Remembering Oscar Niemeyer on the 12nd Anniversary of his death

  • By Lori Macatee
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Remembering Oscar Niemeyer, 12 Years Later

It has been exactly 12 long years since Oscar Niemeyer died in Rio de Janeiro on December 5, 2012 at the age of 104. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed architects of his generation.

Today, fans of Oscar Niemeyer along with the rest of the world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Niemeyer, a cultural icon

Born in Rio de Janeiro on December 15, 1907, Oscar Niemeyer's career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in Brazilian history. Niemeyer was not just a great architect, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 12 years since the tragic loss of Oscar Niemeyer and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Oscar Niemeyer is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Oscar Niemeyer.

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