Reclusive philanthropist who made Sydney a ‘more generous place’ dies aged 104
Isaac Wakil, a reclusive philanthropist and property magnate, died aged 104. His record-breaking donations, including a $24 million contribution to the Sydney Modern project, transformed Sydney’s cultural landscape. Colleagues praised his and his wife Susan's visionary generosity and commitment to health, education, and the arts, which positively impacted countless lives in the community.
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Published 01 Jul 2026, 22:35 UTC · Updated 01 Jul 2026, 22:40 UTC
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