Helmut Huber, the TV producer and longtime husband of Susan Lucci, has died. He was 84. "Helmut’s passing is a tremendous loss for all who knew and loved him," a spokesperson for the "All My Children" actress confirmed to Fox News Digital Wednesday. "He was an extraordinary husband, father, grandfather and friend.The family kindly asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult time." Huber died peacefully Monday on Long Island, New York, a representative for the family told People magazine. "A family man, he was a loyal friend and loved them deeply," shared the rep. "With a roaring sense of humor, larger-than-life personality and a practical problem-solver, he lived his life to the fullest.
Mr. Huber, who formerly raced motorcycles in Austria, was a first-rate skier and avid golfer, belonging to the Garden City Golf Club and Westhampton Country Club." Helmut Huber and Susan Lucci married in 1969.They stayed together until his passing. (Bruce Glikas/Bruce Glikas/WireImage) Huber and Lucci, 75, said "I do" in 1969.
According to the outlet, he is survived by the star, as well as two sons, two daughters, his brother, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
In place of flowers, the family requested contributions to the American Stroke Association in support of stroke awareness and research.
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