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Swatch said it had been inspired by the Pop Art movement of the 1950s and 60s, describing it as "a disruptive collaboration between two icons of Swiss watchmaking".

From BBC • May 17, 2026

From the beginning of her fame she was unlike anyone else: skinny, flat-chested and big-footed in an era of such voluptuous icons as Marilyn Monroe and Sophia Loren.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

"Thank you for your support with our wildlife conservation efforts. It is so important that we conserve all of our animals, including the icons, the kangaroos," he said in his video message.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

The film "Michael" chronicles the legendary artist's rise from a child star to one of the world's most famous pop icons, and arrives 16 years after his death.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

We are all equally surprised that we have been designated civil rights icons who changed history in the eyes of historians and the American people.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals