Legendary sports photographer Peter Read Miller has sadly passed away at the age of 78. The Chicago-born creative leaves behind a staggering body of work during an incredible career that lasted more than four decades. Peter was perhaps best known for his 35-year relationship with Sports Illustrated, where he worked as both a staff and contract photographer, with over 100 cover images to his name.
During his prolific career, he photographed some of sport’s biggest names, including Usain Bolt, LeBron James, and John Madden. He covered a staggering nine Olympic Games, over 41 Super Bowls, and 14 NBA Finals. He also photographed the Stanley Cup, the World Series, the Kentucky Derby, the NCAA Basketball Final Four, and both the men’s and women’s FIFA World Cup.
