Margie Korshak, Chicago’s famed publicist to the stars, died at 86 years old on Sunday morning, her family said.
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CHICAGO (WLS) — Publicist Margie Korshak has died at 86 years old, Broadway In Chicago said in a statement.
Korshak, born in 1939, was the publicist to the stars who supported theatre throughout Chicago for more than 50 years.
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She built a legendary agency that “became synonymous with excellence, shaping countless productions, careers, and cultural milestones,” the theatre company said in its statement.
“Margie helped shape hundreds of productions and careers-including ours. She was a brilliant strategist and a champion of Broadway In Chicago,” said President and CEO of Broadway In Chicago Lou Raizin.
“Margie’s presence was larger than life-her laughter unmistakable, her instincts unparalleled. She was one of a kind and fiercely loyal,” recalled longtime friend Vice President of Broadway In Chicago and Eileen LaCario.
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Margie Korshak, Chicago’s famed publicist to the stars, died at 86 years old on Sunday morning, her family said.