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Steve Mensch, the president and general operations manager of Tyler Perry Studios, tragically died in a plane crash on Friday night.
The accident happened in Homosassa, Florida, according to reports from TMZ.
Steve, 62, was piloting a single-seat plane when it crashed on West White Dogwood Drive, near the intersection of US 98 and US 19. Florida Highway Patrol confirmed the incident and is investigating the cause of the crash.
The news has left Tyler Perry Studios in shock.
A source close to the team described the loss as devastating, with everyone struggling to come to terms with the tragedy.
Steve took over as president of Tyler Perry Studios in 2016.
Under his leadership, he managed the day-to-day operations of the 300-acre Atlanta studio, a cornerstone of Georgia’s entertainment industry.
His LinkedIn profile highlights his influence, describing him as a key figure in the local business community.
Steve is survived by his wife and three children.
His death leaves a massive void at the studio and in the lives of his loved ones.
