New York City Ballet's Chairman of the Board, Jay Fishman, died today from ALS – "Lou Gehrig's Disease." He was 63. At the company's Spring Gala last May, Fishman was honored for his leadership and support. A widely respected executive and until recently the CEO of The Travelers Companies, he was named by Forbes Magazine as Wall Street's Honest Man.
Last November, Fishman appeared on a segment of Charlie Rose to candidly discuss his fatal disease and how he was able to maintain a positive course for his life in spite of it. It's a good interview.
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How upsetting.
NYCB remains well organized, true to its aesthetic and mission, and fosters great dancers from within its ranks. It speaks volumes that among my hand wringing about my favorite ballet companies surviving in this increasingly apathetic world, I’ve never been worried about New York City Ballet. Great leadership and support indeed.
Many thanks, Mr. Fishman.
How upsetting.
NYCB remains well organized, true to its aesthetic and mission, and fosters great dancers from within its ranks. It speaks volumes that among my hand wringing about my favorite ballet companies surviving in this increasingly apathetic world, I’ve never been worried about New York City Ballet. Great leadership and support indeed.
Many thanks, Mr. Fishman.
Just a brilliant interview. RIP.
Thank you for posting, Haglund.
Just a brilliant interview. RIP.
Thank you for posting, Haglund.