Birth date: Feb 17, 1951 Death date: Nov 21, 2022
Michael Rothenberg transitioned on November 21st in Tallahassee. Born on February 17th, 1951 in Miami Beach, Florida, he decided at 15 years old that he wanted to be a poet. He became a highly published poet, prolific artist, song Read Obituary
My deepest condoliences. Michael published my anthology, Twenty-first Century Russian Poetry, and we collaborated on many 100,000 Poets for Change readings. He was a force for good in the world, and will be sorely missed. Larissa Shmailo
Michael, from being students together at NCOC to jamming behind you with Rockpile...I just always thought we'd cross paths once again. I am so grateful for how you never doubted that poetry's place in the world was one of purpose and light. It will take a while for my brain to understand this. My heart is full and sad and in celebration of you. Be well, my friend.
Michael interviewed me for Big Bridge, which is how we met ,virtually; however, we met in person for 100TPC.
He was a pillar of contemporary poetry, a fun conversationalist and a person deeply dedicated to poetry, community and social justice
