Kevin Turen, Producer of 'Euphoria' and 'X' Trilogy, Passes Away at 44
Kevin Turen, a prominent producer known for his work on projects like "Euphoria," "The Idol," and the "X" trilogy, has passed away at the age of 44. The cause of death is not yet known.
Jay Penske, CEO of Variety's parent company Penske Media Corporation, was a close friend of Turen and released a statement about his passing. "Despite his many accomplishments in Hollywood, Kevin's greatest passion was his family and friendships," Penske said. "He took great pride in raising his children with values that ensured they would grow to make a difference in the world. Our collective hearts break for them, and we all feel this profound loss. We will miss Kevin dearly, and the city has lost one of its brightest celestial stars today."
Turen co-founded Little Lamb Productions in 2018, working alongside Sam Levinson and Ashley Levinson. One of their most acclaimed projects was the HBO series "Euphoria," praised by critics for its raw portrayal of teenage struggles with addiction and relationships. Turen also co-created the HBO series "The Idol" and directed the HBO Max sequel "MaXXXine," forming a recent trilogy of slasher films.
In addition to his collaboration with Levinson, Turen produced several films for A24, Netflix, and other platforms, including "Waves," "Pieces of a Woman," and the meta-comedy "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent," starring Nicolas Cage and Pedro Pascal.
Born on August 16, 1979, in New York City, Turen studied English and film studies at Columbia University. He started his career as a proactive leader at First Look Studios and later became the President of Production, significantly expanding the company's reach. During his tenure, he contributed to the distribution of films such as "The Proposition," "The Dead Girl," and "An American Crime."
Turen had a deep impact on the entertainment industry, working with companies like Infinity Media and Trihaus Pictures. Before co-founding Little Lamb, he served as the Vice President of Phantom Four Productions. Turen leaves behind his wife Evelina and two children.
The loss of Kevin Turen is felt deeply in the entertainment community, and his legacy will be remembered through the remarkable projects he contributed to throughout his career."
Jay Penske, CEO of Variety's parent company Penske Media Corporation, was a close friend of Turen and released a statement about his passing. "Despite his many accomplishments in Hollywood, Kevin's greatest passion was his family and friendships," Penske said. "He took great pride in raising his children with values that ensured they would grow to make a difference in the world. Our collective hearts break for them, and we all feel this profound loss. We will miss Kevin dearly, and the city has lost one of its brightest celestial stars today."
Turen co-founded Little Lamb Productions in 2018, working alongside Sam Levinson and Ashley Levinson. One of their most acclaimed projects was the HBO series "Euphoria," praised by critics for its raw portrayal of teenage struggles with addiction and relationships. Turen also co-created the HBO series "The Idol" and directed the HBO Max sequel "MaXXXine," forming a recent trilogy of slasher films.
In addition to his collaboration with Levinson, Turen produced several films for A24, Netflix, and other platforms, including "Waves," "Pieces of a Woman," and the meta-comedy "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent," starring Nicolas Cage and Pedro Pascal.
Born on August 16, 1979, in New York City, Turen studied English and film studies at Columbia University. He started his career as a proactive leader at First Look Studios and later became the President of Production, significantly expanding the company's reach. During his tenure, he contributed to the distribution of films such as "The Proposition," "The Dead Girl," and "An American Crime."
Turen had a deep impact on the entertainment industry, working with companies like Infinity Media and Trihaus Pictures. Before co-founding Little Lamb, he served as the Vice President of Phantom Four Productions. Turen leaves behind his wife Evelina and two children.
The loss of Kevin Turen is felt deeply in the entertainment community, and his legacy will be remembered through the remarkable projects he contributed to throughout his career."
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