> At a Glance
> – Iman debuted a new arm tattoo on Jan. 10 to commemorate 10 years since David Bowie’s death
> – The model posted a video of the session captioned, “The pain didn’t vanish .. it left in its place a loving permanent mark”
> – Bowie died at 69 after an 18-month private battle with cancer
> – Why it matters: Public tribute keeps the late icon’s memory alive for millions of fans worldwide
Ten years after David Bowie’s passing, his widow Iman has chosen body art to keep his presence close. The 70-year-old supermodel shared intimate footage of her fresh tattoo alongside the hashtag #BowieForever.
The Tribute Post
Iman’s Instagram reel, soundtracked to Bowie’s “Subterraneans,” shows the needle tracing ink into her forearm. She told followers the process transformed grief into something tangible yet affectionate.
A Private Loss Made Public
Bowie’s family announced his death via Facebook on Jan. 10, 2016, revealing he had faced cancer away from the spotlight. The statement praised his courage and asked for privacy as relatives mourned.
Milestones in Their Love Story
- 1990: Set up on a blind date
- 1992: Married in an intimate ceremony
- 2000: Welcomed daughter Alexandria Zahra Jones, now 25
Two days earlier, on what would have been Bowie’s 79th birthday, Iman posted a monochrome portrait with the line, “Your light burns so bright in all our hearts!” Jones also shared childhood photos, writing, “Da big 79 today. Happy birthday pops, miss ya!”
Key Takeaways
- Iman’s tattoo video became an instant social-media homage, amassing thousands of likes within hours
- The couple’s love story spans more than three decades, rooted in a single blind date that bloomed into marriage and parenthood
- Public yet personal gestures continue to shape Bowie’s legacy, proving that for many fans-and family-his influence never fades
As the 10th anniversary prompts global tributes, Iman’s ink stands as a quiet, permanent reminder that love can outlast even the grave.
