Belgian Philanthropist Guy Ullens Dies at 90

Baron Guy Ullens, the Belgian businessman and philanthropist, has died at the age of 90. Ullens was renowned for his pioneering role in contemporary Chinese art collecting, co-founding the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (UCCA) in Beijing and amassing a significant collection with his late wife, Myriam. His philanthropic work also extended to educational and social initiatives in Nepal and the establishment of the Fondation Guy & Myriam Ullens. Ullens's later years were marked by personal tragedy following the murder of his wife Myriam in 2023, allegedly by his stepson amid reported family and financial conflicts. Despite this, Ullens is remembered for his lasting impact on the global art community and his charitable contributions. His legacy endures through the institutions he founded and the communities he supported.