Deaths (Obituaries) – Page 12

Marvin Levy, Oscar-Winning Publicist to Spielberg, Dies at 96

For 42 years, Mr. Levy strategized behind the scenes to promote Steven Spielberg’s movies and ensure that the director was seen as Hollywood’s de facto head of state.

By Brooks Barnes

Actors and Actresses Boston Public (TV Program) Dazed and Confused (Movie) Deaths (Obituaries) Hollywood (Calif) Katt, Nicky Television

Nicky Katt, Actor Known For ‘Dazed And Confused,’ Dies at 54

He began his career as a child actor and later played tough guys and henchmen. He was best known for “Boston Public” and “Dazed and Confused.”

By Alex Traub and Ali Watkins

April Fool's Day Associated Press Boskin, Joseph Boston University Comedy and Humor Deaths (Obituaries) History (Academic Subject) Hoaxes and Pranks

Joseph Boskin, Scholar of Humor and April Fool’s Prankster, Dies at 95

To oblige an eager reporter, he invented a story about the holiday’s origin. He didn’t realize it would turn out to be his “Andy Warhol moment.”

By Michael S. Rosenwald

Advertising and Marketing BBDO New York Deaths (Obituaries) DuPont Co Fox, Michael J Levine, Rick (1930-2025) New York City Pepsico Inc Television Wells Fargo & Company

Rick Levine, Who Gave Commercials Cinematic Flair, Dies at 94

An award-winning director, he created ads for brands like Diet Pepsi (starring Michael J. Fox) and Wells Fargo by bringing a Hollywood sensibility to the small screen.

By Alex Williams