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Loren Ruch, HGTV’s Head of Content and ‘HGTV House Party’ Co-Host, Dies at 55


Loren Ruch, a veteran producer and head of content for HGTV and co-host of 'HGTV House Party,' died June 12 of acute myeloid leukemia. He was 55.

“Loren was the rare leader who lifted everyone around him,” Channing Dungey, chair of Warner Bros. Television Group, wrote in a memo sent Thursday to staff members. “Known for his unwavering dedication, endless kindness, and unshakeable integrity, Loren built not only hit shows but enduring relationships, serving as mentor, advocate and true friend to countless colleagues across the television landscape. As the head of content, he managed the programming of “My Lottery Dream Home,” “Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge,” “Celebrity IOU,” “Battle on the Beach” and “A Very Brady Renovation.”

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