R.I.P. Richard Fowkes
Veteran entertainment business affairs executive Richard Fowkes died yesterday in Los Angeles after a battle with brain cancer. He was 66. Most recently, Fowkes had been EVP of business affairs at Legendary Entertainment since 2007 after having spent a good portion of his career with Paramount Pictures.
A total gentleman and fine lawyer. I dealt with him when I managed Eddie Murphy and during our days at Paramount.
What a loss! Truly one of the nicest human beings in the biz, with a lovely family to match.
He was such a nice person at paramount.
Such sad news. Richard was an incredible man. One of the kindest and most generous people I have ever met. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
He was a solid exec and, more importantly, a good man. He will be missed.
I completely agree with you. I have worked on the other sides of deals with Richard for a number of years, in NYC and LA. His passing is a great loss both personally and professionally.
Richard was an incredible man. I had the great pleasure of working with him at Paramount. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Richard was a true gentleman and consummate professional. Condolences to his family. He will be missed.
Richard was one of the kindest, loving and most gentle people I have known. Yet he was an excellent negotiator, able to say “no” in the nicest way. During my 5 years as EVP of Business and Legal Affairs at Paramount, I was continually amazed at his knowledge of the business and his wonderful way of dealing with people. My heart goes out to his family. He is in a better place.
Barry,
That was a lovely and correct tribute to Richard.
Wow. I spent many an hour on the same side and on the opposite side of the table over the years and I can only think of one word that sums up this man for me, “Gentleman”. He was truly a class act and this entire town is lessened by his departure.
My consolences to Richard’s family, friends and colleagues. Richard was one of the finest and most respected, liked and admired executives in the business, He always had a kind word of encouragement and support, rare indeed in this town. What a tragic loss.
Richard was among the last of a breed of old school executives who was always a gentleman, always helpful when he could be, always returned your calls. A total pro, and still one of the nicest people I’ve ever met in or out of the business. I will miss him. He’s one of a kind. My thoughts go out to his loved ones.
Completely shocked by this news. Richard was one of the nicest people I have ever worked with. My condolences to his family.