Marian Goodman, pioneering New York art dealer who shaped the contemporary art world for decades, died on January 22, 2026, at the age of 97. She founded the Marian Goodman Gallery in 1977 in New York, championed challenging artists and introduced major European figures to American audiences, building a program that included names such as Gerhard Richter, Lawrence Weiner, and Pierre Huyghe. Known for her quiet influence and strong relationships with artists and institutions, her gallery maintained an international presence with branches in London, Paris, and Los Angeles.