Marvin Levy, Spielberg’s Longtime Publicist and Oscar Honoree, Dies at 96

The Hollywood publicist, celebrated for his 50-year collaboration with Steven Spielberg and groundbreaking career, passed away on April 7, 2025.

Marvin Levy, the only publicist to receive an Academy Award, died on April 7, 2025, at age 96 in Los Angeles.
Levy worked with Steven Spielberg for over five decades, playing a pivotal role in the marketing of iconic films like 'E.T.,' 'Jurassic Park,' and 'Schindler’s List.'
His career began in the late 1940s and included significant roles at MGM, Columbia Pictures, and later at Amblin Entertainment and DreamWorks Studios.
Levy’s contributions extended beyond Spielberg’s films, with campaigns for classics such as 'Taxi Driver,' 'Back to the Future,' and 'Gladiator.'
Spielberg and the industry have mourned Levy’s passing, with Spielberg calling him 'one of a kind' and praising his unmatched creativity and dedication.