Maurice Tempelsman

Maurice Tempelsman (August 26, 1929 – August 23, 2025) was a Belgian-American businessman. He was the longtime companion of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, former First Lady of the United States. He was born in Antwerp, Belgium. He is also a general partner of Leon Tempelsman & Son, an investment company specializing in real estate and venture capital.

Tempelsman died of problems caused by a fall at a hospital in New York City on August 23, 2025, three days before his 96th birthday.

References

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  2. ↑ McFadden, Robert D. (May 24, 1994). "Death of a First Lady: The Companion; Quietly at Her Side, Public at the End". New York Times. pp. A17. Retrieved November 9, 2009.
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  4. ↑ Nemy, Enid. "Maurice Tempelsman, Diamond Magnate and Jackie Onassis's Companion, Dies at 95". The New York Times. Retrieved August 25, 2025.