Entrepreneur and Bridge Athlete Michael Bambang Hartono Passed Away

Jakarta: Entrepreneur Michael Bambang Hartono passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 1:15 PM Singapore time. This news was confirmed by Djarum Group Senior Manager for Corporate Communications, Budi Darmawan.

"The PT Djarum family expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of our leader,  Michael Bambang Hartono, on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 1:15 PM Singapore time," Budi said via email to Metrotvnews.com on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

Currently, the family is still in the process of arranging Michael Bambang Hartono's body. Regarding burial plans and location, Budi stated that they are still awaiting information from the family.

"Regarding the funeral home and burial, we are still awaiting information from the family," Budi explained.

Exemplary Businessmanship

Michael Bambang Hartono was a skilled businessman. His managerial innovation was optimal. His never-give-up attitude has been a key factor in continuously developing his business, leading to its current massive success.

Along with his brother, Robert Budi Hartono, Michael Bambang Hartono has been crowned the richest man in Indonesia. Michael Bambang Hartono is known to have a total net worth of USD 19.7 billion, equivalent to IDR 330.2 trillion, according to Forbes data as of early February 2026.

Beyond his business acumen, Michael is also active in social activities through the Djarum Foundation. This foundation focuses on various fields, from education and sports to the environment and cultural preservation.

Bridge Athlete

Outside of the business world, Michael is also known as a national bridge athlete. He has successfully brought honor to Indonesia as a bridge athlete, winning bronze medals at the 2008, 2009, and 2010 World Championships.

Michael Bambang Hartono also competed in the 2018 Asian Games as part of the Indonesian contingent, winning a bronze medal.