Corky Lee

1947–2021 (age 74)

photojournalist

Biography

Corky Lee captured the faces and protests of Asian American communities with a camera that never stopped seeking truth, giving visibility to stories that might otherwise have been overlooked.

He also fostered younger photographers, shared his mastery with students, and is now honored for his vibrant life at Kensico Cemetery.

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