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Marion Wiesel, Translator, Strategist and Wife of Elie Wiesel, Dies at 94

Marion Wiesel, the wife of Elie Wiesel and a translator and strategist, has died at the age of 94. She played a significant role in her husband's career, translating many of his books and encouraging him to pursue a public career. Marion's translation of Elie Wiesel's memoir 'Night' helped to bring it to a wider audience, with three million copies sold after her translation. She also advised and coached her husband in public appearances and became involved in philanthropic work, including managing the Beit Tzipora Centers in Israel. Marion Wiesel is survived by her husband, two children, and two grandchildren.

Original article source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/02/obituaries/marion-wiesel.html
Source Id: 2025-02-620903639

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