LIVONIA, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 25, 2026--
Masco Corporation (NYSE: MAS) announced today that its Chairman Emeritus Richard Manoogian passed away on September 25, 2026, at the age of 90.
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Richard Manoogian was the son of Alex and Marie Manoogian. Alex, an Armenian immigrant and founder of Masco Corporation, brought to market the single-handle Delta® faucet, which today is a leading brand in the home improvement and remodeling industry.
Richard joined Masco in 1958. With his strong leadership skills, he was elected to Masco's Board in 1964 and named President and Chief Operating Officer in 1968. In his mid-twenties, Richard developed and then oversaw the execution of a bold expansion plan that ushered in an era of rapid growth at Masco that has rarely been equaled in American industry. During the period 1960-1980, under Richard’s leadership, Masco expanded its operations into the building and home improvement industries and acquired more than 100 companies.
In 1985, Richard was named Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer. In 2007, after almost 50 years with the Company, Richard stepped down as Chief Executive Officer and became Masco’s Executive Chairman. When he joined Masco, Company sales were $55 million. When he concluded his service as CEO in 2007, sales exceeded $8 billion. In 2012, he was named Chairman Emeritus.
Richard's five decades of contributions to Masco were immeasurable. He served on Masco’s Board of Directors for almost 50 years and as Chairman of the Board for over 27 years. During his tenure, he was the architect of Masco's dramatic growth and navigated the Company through different transformations, enabling Masco to become a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of branded home improvement and building products.
“There are not enough words to adequately recognize the lifelong accomplishments, contributions and impact of Richard Manoogian. Richard lived a long, successful life and leaves behind a legacy from his role at Masco and as a philanthropist, renowned art collector and community leader. His integrity, his commitment to excellence and respect and care for each person will forever be a part of Masco.” said Jon Nudi, President and CEO of Masco Corporation.
Richard fully embraced his family's legacy by employing his skills, resources, and time to make the community a better place. In lieu of flowers and in his memory, he would be honored if donations were made to the following organizations: AGBU Alex & Marie Manoogian School, St. John’s Armenian Church and Mackinac Island Community Foundation, specifically, the Richard and Jane Manoogian Fund for the Conservation and Preservation of Open Spaces.
To learn more about Richard Manoogian’s countless contributions, his dynamic life and business impact, please visit Masco Corporation’s tribute at www.masco.com/richardmanoogian.
Headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, Masco Corporation is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of branded home improvement and building products. Our portfolio of industry-leading brands includes Behr® paint; Delta® and hansgrohe® faucets, bath and shower fixtures; Liberty® branded decorative and functional hardware; and HotSpring® spas. We leverage our powerful brands across product categories, sales channels and geographies to create value for our customers and shareholders. For more information about Masco Corporation, visit www.masco.com.
Masco Corporation Chairman Emeritus, Richard Manoogian, Passes at the Age of 90
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The leaders of many island nations spoke of the dangers of climate change. Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore was also on scene, talking to reporters as part of New York Climate Week.
Watchers from across the globe could find news that affected their lives at the U.N. General Assembly meetings. Here are a few moments:
When Austria took the podium, its most famous actor came up.
Beate Meinl-Reisinger, Austria’s federal minister for European and international Affairs, referenced the “Terminator” movies, and Arnold Schwarzenegger, when speaking out against autonomous weapons.
The “killer robot” played by Schwarzenegger was science fiction, but autonomous weapons are now real, she said.
“Machines are gaining more freedom to find and strike targets. But a machine cannot understand surrender, nor mercy. It cannot face a court or answer for a death. It must never have the final say over who lives and who dies,” she said.
She called for international rules prohibiting machines from deciding to take human life.
The prime ministers of Iraq and Lebanon both called for weapons and decisions over war and peace to be brought under state control, as both governments seek to disarm active armed groups in their countries.
For his part, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Beirut, whose government has been pushing to disarm Hezbollah, must “reclaim our decision,” with no weapons or decisions to go to war outside state institutions.
“We are the only ones who will negotiate,” he said, referring to Iran, which sought to include the war in Lebanon in its own negotiations with Washington, a position backed by Hezbollah, while Beirut pursued separate talks with Israel.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi said Baghdad’s priority was to keep weapons in the hands of constitutional institutions and pledged to strengthen the rule of law.
Several leaders noted that a woman has never led the international body, and they called for that to change.
“It is time for women to lead this organization. A leader who will defend the charter without exception, who can turn reform into delivery, and who will listen to all member states, including smallest,” said Hussain Muhammad Latif, vice president of the Maldives.
On Thursday, Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama seemed to reference Donald Trump’s speech on Tuesday when the U.S. president suggested he might “annihilate” Iran.
“No human civilization deserves to be annihilated, and certainly not a member of the United Nations," Mahama said.
Asked about that comment while visiting the Council on Foreign Relations, Mahama said Friday that he’s a student of history and has studied all civilizations.
“If anybody proposes a concept of annihilating a civilization, it’s anathema to me. So I’m not referring to anybody,” he said, drawing a few laughs from the audience. “My words were simple, and to be understood: No civilization deserves to be annihilated. That’s it, period.”
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Jennifer McDermott in New York and Sally Abou AlJoud in Beirut, Lebanon, contributed.
Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama speaks during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at United Nations headquarters, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Maldives' Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef speaks during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at United Nations headquarters, Friday, Sept. 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam speaks during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at United Nations headquarters, Friday, Sept. 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi speaks during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at United Nations headquarters, Friday, Sept. 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger addresses the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
