American grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky has passed away
22 october 2025 в 23:13
The chess world mourns the loss of American grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, who tragically passed away at the age of 29. The Charlotte Chess Center, where Daniel served as head coach and resident grandmaster, announced his death in a statement on social media on October 20, 2025.
Known for his brilliant strategies, sportsmanship, and popular online commentary, Daniel’s departure has left fans and colleagues in shock. While tributes pour in, many remember the family that helped shape his remarkable path. His parents, Vladimir and Lena Naroditsky, played a key role in nurturing his early passion for chess and supporting his international success.
Daniel was born on November 9, 1995, in San Mateo, California, in the San Francisco Bay Area. His parents, both immigrants from the former Soviet Union, had settled in the United States before his birth.
His father, Vladimir, a mathematician, emigrated from Ukraine. He is credited with introducing Daniel to chess when he was just six years old, igniting what would become his lifelong passion.
His mother, Lena Naroditskaya, a classically trained pianist, emigrated from Azerbaijan
Known for his brilliant strategies, sportsmanship, and popular online commentary, Daniel’s departure has left fans and colleagues in shock. While tributes pour in, many remember the family that helped shape his remarkable path. His parents, Vladimir and Lena Naroditsky, played a key role in nurturing his early passion for chess and supporting his international success.
Daniel was born on November 9, 1995, in San Mateo, California, in the San Francisco Bay Area. His parents, both immigrants from the former Soviet Union, had settled in the United States before his birth.
His father, Vladimir, a mathematician, emigrated from Ukraine. He is credited with introducing Daniel to chess when he was just six years old, igniting what would become his lifelong passion.
His mother, Lena Naroditskaya, a classically trained pianist, emigrated from Azerbaijan
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