The Brief

Every September, the anniversary of 9/11 brings remembrance of the nearly 3,000 lives lost and the countless others forever changed. It also recalls the images and voices that defined that day — faces and names that came to symbolize courage, trauma, and resilience.

More than two decades later, many of those figures remain etched into America’s memory. Some continue to shape public life, while others are honored in remembrance. Here’s where some of the most recognizable figures of 9/11 are today.

Where 9/11’s most iconic figures are today

Rudy Giuliani

As New York City’s mayor on Sept. 11, Rudy Giuliani became a defining face of the city’s resilience, often called "America’s Mayor" for his calm presence in the aftermath.

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