Architect Frank Gehry dies at 96

Frank Gehry, the renowned Canadian-born architect, passed away at 96 in Santa Monica, California, after a brief illness. Celebrated for his unconventional designs, Gehry created iconic structures like the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and the Walt Disney Concert Hall, earning both acclaim and criticism throughout his career. Born Frank Owen Goldberg, he was influenced by his grandparents and later changed his name, regretting it as his career progressed. Gehry’s legacy includes a unique blend of creativity and structural innovation that reshaped cultural spaces worldwide.