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Sky Arte documentary explores Jackie Kennedy's legacy on her 94th birthday

other · 2026-04-27

On Friday, July 28, 2023, Sky Arte aired the documentary "Jackie O" as part of the series "I Am" to mark the 94th anniversary of Jacqueline Lee Kennedy Onassis's birth. The film delves into the life of the iconic 20th-century figure, examining her roles as style icon, First Lady, and widow of President John F. Kennedy. Through archival footage and interviews with Jackie herself and those close to her, the documentary offers a rare glimpse into her complexity and her steadfast control over her own narrative. The content on Sky Arte's website is curated by Artribune.

Key facts

  • Documentary titled 'Jackie O' aired on Sky Arte on July 28, 2023
  • Part of the 'I Am' series
  • Aired on the 94th anniversary of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis's birth
  • Features archival footage and interviews with Jackie and her close associates
  • Explores her roles as style icon, First Lady, and Kennedy widow
  • Highlights her control over her own story
  • Content curated by Artribune on Sky Arte's website

Entities

Artists

  • Jacqueline Lee Kennedy Onassis
  • John F. Kennedy

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune

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