Anca Faur, the wife of famed astronaut Buzz Aldrin, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, October 28, at the age of 66. The news was confirmed in a joint statement from the Faur and Aldrin families, shared publicly on October 29. Faur died at home in Los Angeles, surrounded by her husband and her son, Vlad Ghenciu. A cause of death has not been disclosed, though authorities have not indicated any foul play.
Buzz Aldrin, 95, described her as “the love of my life” and requested privacy during this time of mourning.
Buzz Aldrin’s wife, Anca Faur, died peacefully at home in Los Angeles on October 28, 2025, at the age of 66. The announcement was made by the Faur and Aldrin families the following day. Faur was a chemical engineer and executive, serving as Executive Vice President of Buzz Aldrin Ventures LLC. The couple had been married for two years, having wed on Aldrin’s 93rd birthday in January 2023. The cause of death remains undisclosed.
Career and Personal Life
- Education: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, University of Pittsburgh
- Career:
- Executive VP, Buzz Aldrin Ventures LLC
- Treasurer, California Hydrogen Business Council
- Former chemical engineer and research assistant in Romania
- Family:
- Son: Vlad Ghenciu
- Granddaughters: Kaia, McCali, Scarlett
- Married Aldrin on January 20, 2023
- Aldrin’s fourth marriage; he shares three children with first wife Joan Archer
Faur was widely respected in the scientific and business communities for her work in sustainable energy and chemical engineering.
Quotes and Reactions
Buzz Aldrin shared in the family statement:
“I am so fortunate to have found and married the love of my life. She brought joy to everything we did together. I will miss her dearly.”
He previously told People in 2023:
“It was a beautiful day… just us and the stars in the sky.”
Colleagues from the California Hydrogen Business Council expressed condolences, noting her “dedication to clean energy and community leadership.”
Personal Loss and Public Legacy
Faur’s death marks a personal loss for Aldrin, one of America’s most celebrated astronauts. Their relationship, which began in 2018, was a late-life partnership filled with shared professional interests and public admiration. Faur’s contributions to Buzz Aldrin Ventures and her advocacy for hydrogen energy positioned her as a respected figure in her own right.
Her passing also draws attention to the quiet but impactful roles played by partners of public figures.
What’s Next: Memorial and Public Tributes
- Private Memorial: Family has requested privacy; no public service announced
- Tributes: Expected from scientific and aerospace communities
- Buzz Aldrin Ventures: May issue a formal statement in coming days
- Legacy Recognition: Faur’s work in hydrogen energy and engineering will be honored in upcoming council meetings
Supporters are encouraged to share memories respectfully and honor her legacy through charitable contributions.
