Overview
- His family told WESH he died at 88 after a career that helped position Universal to compete with Walt Disney World in Florida.
- Stein rose through Universal in the 1950s and 60s and took charge of the Studio Tram Tour in 1967, defining the company’s early guest experience.
- He worked with Steven Spielberg on the 1990 opening slate in Orlando, including Jaws, E.T. Adventure, Back to the Future and the tram tour.
- In recent years he advised the team behind Epic Universe, with biographer Sam Gennawey highlighting his mentorship of leaders such as Mark Woodbury.
- Survivors include his wife, his brother and his daughter, along with extended family, friends and supporters.