That photo landed on the cover of SI on March 3, 1980, the definitive image of the definitive sporting moment for Americans of the 20th century — the United States hockey team’s celebration after its improbable victory over the Soviet Union at the Lake Placid Olympics.

Photojournalist Heinz Kluetmeier, whose portfolio includes iconic images of the "Miracle On Ice" and Michael Phelps' "Miracle Finish," has died at the age of 82.

Heinz Kluetmeier, whose images graced the pages of the country’s preeminent sports magazine for nearly 50 years, died Tuesday morning in New York following complications from a stroke he had suffered a couple of years prior, his family confirmed. He was 82.

The photo appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated without words for the only time in the magazine's history.

Heinz Kluetmeier, who shot more than 100 Sports Illustrated cover photos, including the iconic “Miracle on Ice” image, died Tuesday at age 82. He had been dealing with complications from Parkinson’s disease and a stroke.

Heinz Kluetmeier, who photographed 11 Summer Olympics and was the first photographer inducted to ISHOF in 2017, died on Tuesday at 82.

The man behind one of the most iconic images in American sports history passed away on Tuesday. Famed Sports Illustrated photographer Heinz Kluetmeier died at the age of 82 after complications with Parkinson’s disease and a stroke.

Winter Olympics, photographer Heinz Kluetmeier captured the moment where the United States men's hockey team celebrated its victory over the Soviet Union in the gold medal game. It turned out to be one of the most iconic photos in the history of the Olympics.

Kluetmeier, who shot over 100 covers for Sports Illustrated, died Tuesday morning at age 82, leaving behind a catalog of renowned images that still resonate.