Paul Eckstein Dies: ‘Godfather Of Harlem’ Co-Creator Was 59
deadline.comPaul Eckstein, co-creator and executive producer of the MGM+ drama series Godfather Of Harlem and actor who appeared multiple times On Star Trek: Voyager and other shows,has died unexpectedly, a spokesperson for MGM+ and ABC Signature confirmed to Deadline.
Eckstein died in his sleep June 6 at the age of 59. “We are deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of our brilliant colleague, Paul Eckstein, the co-creator and executive producer of Godfather of Harlem and a beloved member of the MGM+ and ABC Signature families, MGM+ and ABC Signature said in a statement. “Working on the series was a labor of love for Paul who based the show in part on his family’s personal history.
Paul was passionate, a creative force, known for his kindness, and generosity. He was a mentor and friend to many, and he will be dearly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and his longtime collaborator Chris Brancato.” Family and friends described Eckstein as “many things: a celebrated storyteller, a devoted husband, and a faithful friend, but his most important role was Father.” Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Eckstein graduated with honors from Brown University.
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