Steve Mensch, the President and Manager of General Operations for Tyler Perry Studios, tragically died in a plane crash on Friday night (December 6) in Homosassa, Florida.
The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the incident, which occurred around 8:15 p.m. near Highway 19 and Longfellow Street, close to the Village Cadillac Dealership.
Mensch, 62, was the sole occupant of the small-engine aircraft and was pronounced dead at the scene.
A resident of Fayetteville, Georgia, Mensch was a pivotal figure in Georgia’s booming film industry, leading operations at the renowned Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the crash.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp shared his condolences on social media, praising Steve Mensch’s remarkable contributions to the state’s film industry.
“Stephen was a good man and an instrumental part of a studio Georgia is proud to call its own,” Kemp wrote.
Under Mensch’s leadership, Tyler Perry Studios transformed into one of the nation’s largest production facilities.
Situated on the historic Fort McPherson campus, the studio has hosted major productions and elevated Georgia to a top spot in film and television, creating a lasting economic impact.
Tyler Perry Studios released the following statement:
We are incredibly saddened by the passing of our dear friend Steve Mensch.
Steve was a cherished member of our team for more than eight years and well-beloved in the community of Atlanta.
It’s hard to imagine not seeing him smiling throughout the halls. We will miss him dearly.
Our heart goes out to his family as we all send them our prayers.
Steve is survived by his wife, Danila, and three children.
My sincerest condolences to Steve Mensch’s family, friends, colleagues and all who knew and loved him.
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