10/29/2026
Our thoughts and prayers go to Marvin's family and the staff of Cigar Aficionado. A true visionary in the industry and within luxury lifestyle offerings on the whole. Cigar Aficionado became a "must read" during the 90's boom and remained that way through today.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Marvin R. Shanken, founder of M. Shanken Communications and a visionary whose influence on the worlds of w**e, ci**rs and publishing was immeasurable.
We honor his extraordinary life and legacy.
Read our tribute: https://www.cigaraficionado.com/article/marvin-r-shanken-founder-editor-and-publisher-of-cigar-aficionado-magazine-dies-at-83