William J. Hennessy Jr., Sketch Artist of Courtroom Drama, Dies at 67
Published On Dec 19, 2024, 2:34 PM
William J. Hennessy Jr., a renowned courtroom artist, passed away at age 67. He was known for his sketches that captured significant historical events such as impeachment trials and landmark Supreme Court cases, providing visuals for coverage where cameras were banned. His contributions included around 10,000 drawings done for news organizations. Hennessy's work has highlighted the role of courtroom art in journalism, particularly during pivotal moments in American legal and political history.
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