Marian Javits

Marian Ann Borris Javits, sometimes Marion (January 19, 1925 – February 28, 2017) was an American arts patron. She was married to the politician Jacob K. Javits from 1947 until his death in 1986.

Early life She was born Marian Ann Borris in Detroit, Michigan. She had dreams of becoming a Hollywood actress, but instead moved to New York to work as a researcher for the Republican Party.

Death Javits was found unconscious in bed in her Manhattan apartment on February 28, 2017. She was declared dead at age 92.

Personal life In 1945 she began dating the politician Jacob K. Javits, who was 21 years older, and she became his second wife in 1947. They had three children together.