David P. Gilkey, former Free Press photographer, captured Michigan history before tragic 2016 death

Gilkey died on June 5, 2016 while on assignment for NPR, traveling in an armored Humvee in southern Afghanistan when his ...

NPR photojournalist David Gilkey, in remembrance

David Gilkey, an NPR photojournalist who documented tragedy and hope, was killed in Afghanistan in 2016 along with NPR's ...
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The Work of David Gilkey

June 5, 2026 • David Gilkey, an NPR photojournalist who documented tragedy and hope, was killed in Afghanistan in 2016 along with NPR's Afghan interpreter and fellow journalist Zabihullah Tamanna.
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Remembering David Gilkey: His NPR buddies share stories about their favorite pictures

How do you cover an incomprehensible disaster and make people connect with the real lives behind the headlines? David Gilkey knew how. His photos have helped define our coverage of global health and ...
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NPR Photographer and Translator Killed in Afghanistan Ambush: 'He Was Devoted to Helping the Public See These Wars'

David Gilkey and Zabihullah Tamanna were on assignment when their Humvee was hit by rocket propelled grenades Stephanie Petit is a Senior News Editor on the Royals team at PEOPLE. She first joined the ...

Report: Buccaneers to place Garrett Gilkey on season-ending IR

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will place offensive lineman Garrett Gilkey on season-ending injured reserve with a knee injury ...