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Legendary Portuguese photojournalist Eduardo Gageiro dies at 90

His work spans 70 years of Portuguese life, including some of the most iconic photographs of the Carnation Revolution.

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Jun 06, 2025
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Pictures taken by Eduardo Gageiro during the Revolution and in other circunstances

Renowned Portuguese photojournalist Eduardo Gageiro, known for his iconic images of the 1974 Carnation Revolution, died early Wednesday, June 4, in Lisbon, at the age of 90.

The news was confirmed by his family to Lusa news agency.

Gageiro passed away peacefully at Hospital dos Capuchos, surrounded by family.

Biography

Born in Sacavém in 1935, Gageiro lea…

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