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Napalm Girl Photo's Origin in Question Amid New Documentary

5/20/2025

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World Press Photo has put a hold on attributing the legendary "Napalm Girl" image to Nick Ut, as a new documentary, "The Stringer," raises questions about its true origin. Investigations by World Press Photo and the AP reveal a lack of conclusive evidence, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the identity of the photo's real creator.

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Story summary

World Press Photo has put a hold on attributing the legendary "Napalm Girl" image to Nick Ut, as a new documentary, "The Stringer," raises questions about its true origin. Investigations by World Press Photo and the AP reveal a lack of conclusive evidence, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the identity of the photo's real creator.