He was the legend who lit up Tyneside as a player and a manager.
Today, we pay a picture tribute to Kevin Keegan who has sadly passed away following a battle with cancer.
Keegan made an immense mark on Newcastle United and we compiled 15 photos from the Getty Images archives to show King Kev in action.
Whether it was on the pitch, in the dugout, meeting fans or out and about in Newcastle, he was adored during his time in the North East.
Let’s relive some of the highlights of a true great who made such a big difference to football in the region.
1. Getting behind a legend
The LED board at St James' Park displayed a message in support of Kevin following the announcement of his cancer diagnosis. The photo was taken during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Leeds United in January this year. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) | Getty Images
2. Back where he belonged
A Newcastle fan holds a sign announcing the return of Newcastle United Manager Kevin Keegan before the Barclays Premier League match between Newcastle United and Bolton Wanderers in 2008 in Newcastle, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) | Getty Images
3. Paying homage
A Newcastle United fan bows in homage in front of the Newcastle dugout. Coach Terry McDermott, manager Kevin Keegan and smiling stewards looked on during the 5-0 Premier League victory against Manchester United in 1996. (Photo by Stu Forster/Allsport/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) | Hulton Archive
4. Iconic in 1995
The Newcastle United manager was joined by Ant and Dec at the launch of the new Adidas 'grandad collar shirt' which was used by the 'Entertainers' team of the 1995/96 season. (Photo by Gary M Prior/Allsport/Getty Images) | Getty Images