Alan Greenspan, the former chairman of the Federal Reserve whose 19-year tenure defined modern American monetary policy, has died at the age of 100.
His death was confirmed by his wife, journalist Andrea Mitchell, who notified NBC News of the passing.
Greenspan served as Fed chairman from 1987 to 2006, guiding the US economy through four presidential administrations and numerous financial crises, including the 1987 stock market crash and the dot-com bubble.
Known widely as the 'Maestro' for his ability to navigate complex economic landscapes, his leadership style and policy decisions left an indelible mark on global financial markets.
Before his long stint at the Federal Reserve, Greenspan was a prominent economist and consultant.
His early passion for music, particularly the saxophone and clarinet, led him to study at the Juilliard School in New York, though he ultimately pivoted to economics and public policy.