Peter Max, Legendary ’60s Counterculture Pop Artist, Dies at 88

0 September 17, 2026 12:30

Legendary artist Peter Max, whose colorful artwork captured the spirit of the ‘60’s counterculture movement and became a staple of American pop culture for decades to come, has died at the age of 88. Reporting for TODAY, NBC’s Stephanie Gosk looks back at his remarkable career and iconic work that features his signature bright psychedelic images on everything from posters to home products and more.

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