Charles Koppelman, an American musician, music producer, and businessman who held executive positions at EMI and Steve Madden, and was Chairman of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia has died.
Koppelman held executive positions at EMI and Steve Madden, was Chairman of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia and was the CEO of CAK Entertainment.
For the past five decades, Koppelman was regarded as one of the most formidable industry executives.
He broke into the music business as a member of the musical group The Ivy Three which had a Top 10 hit in 1960 entitled “Yogi”.
In 1975, Koppelman formed The Entertainment Company with Martin Bandier and New York real estate developer and Bandier’s father-in-law, Samuel LeFrak.
Koppelman remained in the music business for quite a few years before becoming the chairman of Steve Madden in 2000, leading the company while its founder served jail time for securities fraud.
In 2005, Koppelman moved on to Marth Stewart Living Omnimedia, where he also served as chairman.
In June 2014, Koppelman was appointed Chairman of Medient Studios Inc., replacing Manu Kumaran.
Charles Koppelman age
Koppelman was born on March 30, 1940 and died November 25, 2022. He was 82 years.
Charles Koppelman height
Koppelman was of average height. His exact height is yet to be published.
Charles Koppelman cause of death
A cause of death is yet to be stated.
Charles Koppelman wife
Koppelman was married twice: Firstly to Bunny Koppelman and then to Gerry Kyhill.
Koppelman and Bunny were married for many years until her death in 2008 of pancreatic cancer.
He married Gerry Kyhill three years after Bunny’s death.
Charles Koppelman children
Koppelman is survived by his second wife Gerry Kyhill and children: Jennifer Hutt, Stacy Koppelman Fritz and Brian Koppelman.
Charles Koppelman net worth
At time of death, Koppelman had an estimated net worth of $50 million.
