I saw the 765 in the early 1980s and have photos. It's a beautiful locomotive.
Not sure of the Railfan magazine claim, but it is widely recognized that the UP never took 844 out of service, though it was renumbered 8444 for awhile as the number 844 was assigned to a DE locomotive for some time.
Regarding "most famous:" The New York Central Niagaras are widely regarded as the most esthetically pleasing 4-8-4s. Late model, powerful, fast, efficient and beautiful, they are the most photogenic of the class. Lionel once made a model.
My favorite 4-8-4s are the Norfolk and Western Class Js, though I am biased because I took my Mother on an excursion powered by N & W class J 611 in 1994.
Link below. Note the roller bearing side arms. The Js were as modern as steam locomotives became.
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