Ben Feigin dead: Beloved executive producer behind Schitt’s Creek dies of cancer aged 47
express.co.ukSchitt’s Creek, has died at the age of 47.The talented TV heavyweight helped launch the CBC show worldwide. Ben won a number of awards during his time as a producer and worked in representation for over two decades.
He was known to have played a big part in Schitt’s Creek’s launch, helping to craft its business model so that the series achieved international success.
Ben helped to source financing for the show and sold it to a number of licensees worldwide, including popular streaming platform Netflix.He also masterminded the international tour with LiveNation and was involved in producing the Best Wishes, Warmest Regards: A Schitt's Creek Farewell documentary on Netflix.Ben died on Monday following a battle with pancreatic cancer, Deadline has confirmed.
The producer received several awards during his long career, enjoying an Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series in 2020 after previously receiving a nomination in 2019.
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