Philip Leider, renowned as the inaugural editor in chief of Artforum, passed away on January 11 at his residence in Berkeley, California. He was ninety-six years old.
Leider’s leadership played a pivotal role in shaping Artforum during its formative years, establishing the publication as a cornerstone in the world of contemporary art journalism.
His contributions to the art world have left a lasting impact, and his editorial vision helped define Artforum’s influential role in art criticism.