Defining 2025—Editorial Year in Review

What were the images that defined Getty Images’ editorial coverage in 2025? In this special edition of The Download, go behind the lens for an inside look at how our contributors brought the year’s biggest stories to life. From breaking news and global sports to red‑carpet events and rare finds from the archive, discover how our photographers captured history in real time—featuring:  
 

  • Insights into documenting defining moments and cultural narratives  
  • Why our exclusive access sets us apart  
  • Our top editorial images and rare finds from our extensive archive
 
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