Michael Noel Malitz ’56

Mike died in his sleep at home in Lido Beach, N.Y., March 7, 2005.

After graduation, Mike spent three years in the Navy. He then joined his father's business in promoting boxing on television. He remained in that endeavor for the rest of his business life, ultimately as president and CEO of Top Rank, a leader in the business. He is credited by Bob Arum and others in the field as a pioneer and king of the closed-circuit and Pay-Per-View worlds.

Mike was important to his class and to Princeton. He was ever full of ideas and enthusiasm for his class, serving as a member of the executive committee, always with inventive schemes for events and projects. He was a faithful supporter of the University — orange and black from his sweater and hat to the marrow in his bones. We saw him at tailgates, always in position early, holding space for the rest of us, and always with the best bottle of wine to share. An avid follower of Princeton athletics, he was at many events, cheering on the teams and often having pointed suggestions for the coaches. Mike will be sorely missed by his classmates.

To his wife, Muriel, and his children, Michelle, Jeanne, Jennifer, Michael, Christina, and Allison, the class and its officers extend their sincere condolences.

The Class of 1956