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War Photographer Paul Conroy Dies at 61
1 Mar
Summary
- Award-winning photographer Paul Conroy died on Saturday at age 61.
- He was famously injured in Syria alongside colleague Marie Colvin.
- Conroy dedicated his life to exposing wrongs and telling peoples' stories.
War photographer Paul Conroy, celebrated for his work covering global conflicts, passed away on Saturday at the age of 61. Born in Liverpool, Conroy died from a heart attack in Devon, where he resided.
Conroy gained international recognition for his fearless reporting. He was severely wounded in 2012 during a Syrian army bombardment in Homs, an incident that tragically killed his colleague, war correspondent Marie Colvin. His escape from Homs was later documented in the film "Under the Wire."
Before his photography career, Conroy served seven years in the Royal Artillery. He was also a trustee of the Frontline Club. His brother Alan highlighted Conroy's passion for exposing injustice, stating he "found great pleasure in exposing wrongs."
Colleagues remembered Conroy as a "wonderful photojournalist and a wonderful human being." He is survived by his wife, three sons, and grandchildren.
