Candice Bergen’s husband, Marshall Rose, has sadly passed away at the age of 88.
The real estate mogul and philanthropist, who had been married to the Sex and the City star since 2000, died peacefully at home in New York on Saturday, February 15.
A Legacy of Strength and Resilience
Rose, who had been battling Parkinson’s disease for several years, passed away due to complications from the illness.
An online obituary shared that he faced his health struggles with “extraordinary strength and resilience.”
His family has remembered him fondly for his wisdom and generosity, with those who knew him deeply touched by his kindness and commitment to family.
Survived by his wife Candice, his children Wendi and Andrew, stepdaughter Chloe, and grandchildren Alexander, Clio, Ell, Milo, Arthur, and Alice, Rose leaves behind a lasting legacy of love and family.
A Lifelong New Yorker and Accomplished Professional
Born in Brighton Beach in 1937, Marshall Rose was a proud New Yorker.
He was well-educated, earning a degree in economics from City College and a law degree from NYU, later receiving an honorary degree from CUNY.
Rose made a name for himself as a real estate developer and was the founder of The Georgetown Company in 1978.
The company played a major role in developing notable projects like Frank Gehry’s IAC building and the renovation of Madison Square Garden.
Beyond his business achievements, Rose was also a committed philanthropist, serving on the board of the New York Public Library for three decades and supporting various non-profit causes.
Family and Friends Remember His Compassion and Persistence
Marshall’s family described him as someone who embodied “fierce compassion, stubborn persistence,” and an unwavering dedication to his passions, including his love for the New York Knicks.
His funeral will be held at Central Synagogue in New York on Tuesday, February 18, at 12 p.m.
Candice Bergen’s Storied Career
Candice Bergen, 78, is perhaps best known for her role as the tough Vogue editor Enid Frick on Sex and the City and its spin-off And Just Like That… She has also enjoyed a legendary career in television, winning five Emmy Awards and two Golden Globes for her portrayal of Murphy Brown on the CBS sitcom, which aired for 10 seasons before wrapping up 30 years ago.
Bergen later reprised the iconic role in a new season in 2018, drawing attention for its timely political satire.
In addition to her television success, Bergen was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Starting Over (1979) and earned a BAFTA nomination for Gandhi (1982).
Though her public career has brought her fame and accolades, Candice’s focus now is on her family as she navigates the loss of her beloved husband, Marshall Rose.
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