William John Cunningham Jr.: The Chronicler of Urban Rhythm Bill Cunningham Jr., born March 13, 1929, in Boston, Massachusetts, wasn’t merely a photographer; he was an anthropologist of the everyday—a meticulous observer dedicated to capturing the vibrant pulse of New York City and its inhabitants. Raised in a devout Irish Catholic family with a distinctive Boston accent—a legacy that stubbornly clung to him throughout his life—Cunningham's artistic journey began unexpectedly as a stockboy at Bonwit Teller’s department store, sparking an early fascination for fashion and its remarkable abili…