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Philip J. Smith Dies: Former Longtime Chairman Of Broadway’s Shubert Organization Was 89
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deadline.comPhilip J. Smith, who as the longtime chairman of Broadway’s Shubert Organization was one of the most influential and powerful forces in American theater, died today in New York City of complications of Covid-19.
He was 89.Smith’s death was confirmed by daughters Linda Phillips and Jennifer Stein. Smith retired from his position as chairman and co-CEO in June and had most recently held the title of Chairman Emeritus.“We have lost a giant of the American Theatre and a most beloved member of our Shubert Organization family,” said Robert E.
Wankel, who succeeded Smith as the chairman and CEO. “Over his 63-year career, Phil Smith influenced every aspect of the professional theatre and earned the respect and admiration of everyone from the stage
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