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BBC Studios’ Global Head of Acquisitions Melanie Rumani Dies at 50

Executives highlighted her tenacity in securing global content deals, emphasizing her determination during a prolonged cancer fight.

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Overview

  • She joined BBC Studios in 2006 and rose through sales and acquisitions roles before her 2020 promotion to global head of acquisitions for BBC Studios and UKTV.
  • Rumani sourced content for 40 pay-TV channels and BBC-branded streaming services, enabling the launch of BBC Earth, BBC Brit and BBC First.
  • Tom Fussell, BBC Studios CEO, praised her fearless deal-making and said her contributions to the BBC Group were invaluable.
  • UKTV CEO Marcus Arthur highlighted her resilience, energy and industry expertise, calling her an inspiration to colleagues.
  • She is survived by her husband, Hass Rumani, who is head of content funding at UKTV.