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Peter Max, the legendary pop artist whose psychedelic, rainbow-colored art defined the 1960s and graced everything from Olympic posters to cruise ships, has died at 88. His son confirmed the passing, citing advanced dementia. Born in Berlin, Max fled Nazi Germany as a child and found fame in New York with his bold, joyful designs that became icons of peace and optimism. Despite personal struggles and legal troubles, his art always radiated positivity — “I see everything through rainbow eyes,” he once said. His legacy lives on in generations inspired by his vibrant vision, which turned everyday objects into canvases of hope and color.

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