10/30/2026
The premium cigar world has lost a visionary.
Marvin R. Shanken, founder of *Cigar Aficionado*, passed away on October 29, 2026, at the age of 83.
More than a publisher, Shanken was a driving force behind the modern cigar renaissance. He helped elevate the appreciation of premium ci**rs, celebrated the people and craftsmanship behind them, and brought generations of enthusiasts together through a shared passion.
His influence will live on in every cigar lounge, every gathering of friends, and every conversation sparked by a great cigar.
Today, the Broward Cigar Board raises a glass and a cigar in his honor.
**Rest in peace, Marvin. Thank you for everything you gave to the cigar community.**
We've published a special tribute reflecting on his life and remarkable legacy.
Follow the link in our bio to Read the Full Story.
*Source and reporting credit: Cigar Aficionado.*
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