Pop-art prince Jeff Koons unveiled his latest public art installation, "Seated Ballerina," a 45-foot inflatable sculpture at the busy center and it will preside over the Midtown landmark until June 2.
The 37-year-old Chicago native quit school to pursue a career in hip-hop and even named his debut album The College Dropout.
The 1972 painting, "Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)," broke the record for the most expensive piece of art sold at auction by a living artist.
We go down memory lane look at the iconic moments from late Franca Sozzani's career.