A Legacy of Capturing History
Founded in London in 1954 by Frank and Elizabeth Selby, Rex Features has spent more than seven decades at the forefront of editorial photography, capturing the people, moments and stories that have shaped our world.
From the glamour of Hollywood and the evolution of popular culture to the British Royal Family and the events that defined generations, Rex has built an extraordinary visual record of modern history. With an instinct for the remarkable and an unwavering commitment to the power of the image, the agency became a trusted source for the world's leading newspapers, magazines and publishers.
Over the decades, Rex helped shape the landscape of British editorial photography, earning a reputation for its unrivalled access, distinctive storytelling and ability to capture moments that would become part of the cultural conversation. Its photographers and contributors documented history as it unfolded, creating images that would resonate far beyond the headlines.
In 2015, Rex entered a new chapter when it was acquired by Shutterstock, bringing its celebrated editorial heritage and extensive archive to a global audience.
Today, Rex Features carries that legacy forward. Rooted in a rich photographic history and guided by the same editorial instinct that defined its beginnings, Rex remains a name synonymous with iconic imagery, cultural relevance and the enduring power of photography to tell the stories of our time.
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