Henry Kissinger, a diplomat who served as Secretary of State under two presidents during the Cold War and wielded major influence on U.S. foreign policy during the era, died at the age of 100 on Wednesday.
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Kissinger died at his home in Connecticut, his consulting firm Kissinger Associates said.
The statement added that Kissinger would be interred at a private family service, with a public memorial service in New York City planned later.
The former Secretary of State is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Nancy Kissinger, two children from his first marriage, and five grandchildren.
Both an influential and controversial foreign policy figure, Kissinger served as the Secretary of State under both President Richard Nixon and his successor Gerald Ford.
After completing public service, Kissinger started his own consulting firm, which advised major companies and executives on international matters.