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Photographer Who Took Iconic 'Miracle On Ice' Picture Has Died
Winter Olympics, photographer Heinz Kluetmeier captured the moment where the United States men's hockey team celebrated its victory over the Soviet Union in the gold medal game. It turned out to be one of the most iconic photos in the history of the Olympics.
Heinz Kluetmeier, known for 'Miracle On Ice' picture, dies at 82
Photojournalist Heinz Kluetmeier, whose portfolio includes iconic images of the "Miracle On Ice" and Michael Phelps' "Miracle Finish," has died at the age of 82.
Heinz Kluetmeier, SI’s Miracle On Ice photographer, dies at age 82
That photo landed on the cover of SI on March 3, 1980, the definitive image of the definitive sporting moment for Americans of the 20th century — the United States hockey team’s celebration after its improbable victory over the Soviet Union at the Lake Placid Olympics.
Heinz Kluetmeier, famed ‘Miracle on Ice’ photographer, dead at 82
Famed Sports Illustrated photog Heinz Kluetmeier died at the age of 82 after complications with Parkinson’s disease and a stroke.
‘Miracle on Ice’ photographer behind iconic Upstate NY image dies at 82
The photo appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated without words for the only time in the magazine's history.
SI Photographer Heinz Kluetmeier’s Eye for the Iconic Made Him One of a Kind
Kluetmeier, who shot over 100 covers for Sports Illustrated, died Tuesday morning at age 82, leaving behind a catalog of renowned images that still resonate.