Candice Bergen's philanthropist husband Marshall Rose dies at 88 surrounded by loved ones
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Marshall Rose, the husband of actress Candice Bergen, died on February 15 at the age of 88.
Rose "died peacefully at home in the early hours of February 15, surrounded by loved ones," after battling a prolonged battle with Parkinson’s disease, as reported by People.
Candice Bergen’s husband Marshall Rose dies from Parkinson’s disease
According to his obituary, Marshall Rose "spent his life in New York." Born in Brighton Beach in 1937, he obtained an economics degree from City College and a law degree from New York University.
His professional achievements included managing the development of Frank Gehry's IAC building, overseeing Madison Square Garden's renovation, and supporting the establishment of three city charter schools.
Marshall’s most notable achievement was his three-decade-long service on the New York Public Library’s board, including two terms as chairman, during which he led the establishment of the Science, Industry, and Business Library.
"Marshall's proudest contribution was his 30-year tenure on the board of the New York Public Library," the statement added. "In lieu of flowers, we would appreciate a donation to the New York Public Library, an institution he loved so dearly. Any gifts given in his honor (nypl.org/memorial) will be earmarked for adult literacy programs at branches across the five boroughs."
Bergen was married to film director Louis Malle from 1980 until his death from cancer in 1995 at the age of 63. According to Architectural Digest, the Oscar nominee and Rose lived together in an East Hampton home originally built for Malle and his first wife, Jill, until 2020.
During a 2015 interview with her 'Miss Congeniality' co-star Sandra Bullock, Bergen emphasized that her marriage took priority over her career. “I’m not that ambitious,” she shared at the time. "I’m always grateful when I get offered something that engages me, it’s for the right amount of time, and I don’t have to leave my husband for more than a week or two. That’s really all I ask."
The obituary also highlighted Rose's role as a devoted "dogfather" to his cherished goldendoodle, Jerry adding, "His family carries on his legacy of fierce compassion, stubborn persistence, and commitment to cheering on the Knicks. His wisdom, strength, and generosity of spirit will be remembered by the countless people whose lives he touched."
Rose is survived by his wife, Candice, his children, Wendi and Andrew, his stepdaughter, Chloe and his grandchildren, Alexander, Clio, Ell, Milo, Arthur, and Alice. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Jean, his brother, Robert, and his late wife, Jill.
Internet sends condolences to Candice Bergen over her husband Marshall Rose's death
Candice Bergen's husband, Marshall Rose, died, and fans have come together to send heartfelt messages of support and condolences on Facebook.
One fan wrote, "Sorry for your loss! Praying for the family and friends!"
Another expressed, "My condolences to his wife and family."
A third commented, "My condolences to you and your family for your loss."
Messages continued to pour in, with one user offering, "Sorry for your loss. Sending heartfelt condolences and healing prayers for your family and friends."
Others wrote, "So sad for her and her family for their loss."
"Deepest sympathies to family and friends," another wrote.
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