Frank Gehry, famed architect, dies at 96
LOS ANGELES (NBC, KYMA) - Frank Gehry, one of the world's most well-renowned architects, has died.
Gehry died Friday at his home in Santa Monica after a brief respiratory illness, according to Meaghan Lloyd, the chief of staff at Gehry Partners LLP.
His fascination with modern pop art led to the creation of some of the most wildly imaginative buildings ever constructed, and brought him a measure of worldwide acclaim seldom afforded any architect.
Gehry was awarded every major prize architecture has to offer, including the field's top honor: The Pritzker Prize.
He was 96-years-old.
