Judy Ellis Glickman biography: Judy Ellis Glickman is an American photographer who married Leonard Lauder, an American billionaire, philanthropist, and art collector.
Her husband, Leonard Lauder, passed away on June 14, 2025, at the age of 92 in New York City, U.S.
She married her husband in 2015 in a heartfelt ceremony atop Sarasota’s Ritz-Carlton Beach Club. Her husband was previously married to Evelyn Lauder in 1959, and they had two children, including William Philip Lauder, a billionaire businessman who is the executive chairman of The Estée Lauder Companies. His first wife died in 2011, and then he married Judy Ellis Glickman.
His full name was Leonard Alan Lauder. He was born on March 19, 1933, in New York City, U.S. He completed his Bachelor of Science from the University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Business Administration from Columbia University.
He also served as Chairman Emeritus at Estée Lauder. The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is a multinational cosmetics company founded by Estée Lauder and Joseph Lauder.
Estée Lauder was his mother, and Joseph Lauder was his father. His brother is Ronald Steven Lauder, who is also a businessman.
Official statement from Estée Lauder Companies:
“Mr. Lauder was a true visionary, fearless leader, and cherished friend to so many. He was the beacon of our company and the north star of an entire industry. The world is a better place because Leonard Lauder was in it.”
William Lauder said,
“He was the most charitable man I have ever known, believing that art and education belonged to everyone, and championing the fight against diseases such as Alzheimer’s and breast cancer… Above all, my father was a man who practiced kindness with everyone he met. His impact was enormous.”
Gary Lauder said,
“He was not only well‑respected and admired, but he was also adored by his employees and colleagues… We mourn his passing; we also celebrate his extraordinary life, his lasting contributions, and the values he instilled in all of us: integrity, curiosity, and the importance of giving back.”
