Overview

• Channing Dungey confirmed in a June 19 memo that Ruch died of acute myeloid leukemia.
• Ruch joined HGTV in 2008 and rose to head of content, overseeing hits such as HGTV House Party, Dream Home, White House Christmas and A Very Brady Renovation.
• Dungey described Ruch as the “connective tissue” of every room, praising his dedication, kindness and integrity.
• Personalities including Bobby Berk and Jasmine Roth shared social media tributes, recalling his warmth, creativity and supportive mentorship.
• A board member of Live Out Loud, Ruch is remembered for championing LGBTQ+ youth and is survived by his husband, David Salas, his parents and brother.