(New York) – Robert Gottlieb Passes Away at 92 in a Manhattan hospital. He was a highly acclaimed editor known for his collaborations with literary giants such as Toni Morrison, John le Carré, Michael Crichton, Robert Caro, and Bill Clinton. The sad news was confirmed by his wife, esteemed actress Maria Tucci, according to the New York Times.
Throughout his career at publishing houses Simon & Schuster and Alfred A. Knopf, Gottlieb earned a distinguished reputation for nurturing manuscripts and transforming them into highly regarded, best-selling, and award-winning works. His clientele included renowned authors like John Cheever, Joseph Heller, Doris Lessing, Chaim Potok, Ray Bradbury, and Katharine Graham, the former publisher of the Washington Post.
Born in 1931, Gottlieb grew up in the vibrant city of New York. He completed his undergraduate studies at Columbia University in 1952 and went on to receive a graduate degree from Cambridge two years later.
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In a significant career move, Gottlieb transitioned from publishing to assume the role of the third editor at the New Yorker in 1987, succeeding William Shawn amid a period of intense leadership change. He remained with the publication until 1992 before returning to the world of publishing at Simon & Schuster. In 2016, he published his autobiography, “Avid Reader: A Life,” providing readers with insights into his remarkable journey.
Gottlieb’s life and contributions were the subject of the captivating documentary “Turn Every Page,” directed by his daughter Lizzie. Premiering at the 2022 Tribeca Festival, the film primarily delves into Gottlieb’s relationship with Robert Caro, who entrusted Gottlieb with shaping his million-word manuscript, “The Power Broker,” into its final form.
Robert Gottlieb is survived by his wife, children, and twin grandsons, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the literary world. His unparalleled talent for shaping words and inspiring authors will continue to be celebrated for generations to come.
