Sixteen Jackies

"Sixteen Jackies" is a provocative Pop art portrait created by Andy Warhol that depicts sixteen variations of Jacqueline Kennedy’s visage. Reflecting Warhol’s fascination with celebrity culture and mortality, the painting presents multiple images of the First Lady, emphasizing her enduring iconography. The work’s repetitions echo Warhol’s characteristic style of mass production and media obsession. Although not directly related to the 1966 film "Since," which explores the assassination of John F. Kennedy, "Sixteen Jackies" similarly examines themes of fame, identity, and the media’s role in shaping public perception through its iconic portrayal of a prominent political figure.