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Marvin Levy, Trailblazing Publicist and Spielberg Collaborator, Dies at 96

The first publicist to receive an honorary Oscar, Levy redefined film marketing over a five-decade career alongside Steven Spielberg.

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Overview

  • Marvin Levy, renowned publicist and longtime collaborator of Steven Spielberg, passed away on April 7, 2025, at the age of 96.
  • Levy made history in 2018 as the first and only publicist to receive an honorary Oscar for his groundbreaking contributions to the film industry.
  • He played a pivotal role in the marketing success of Spielberg's iconic films, including 'E.T.,' 'Schindler's List,' and 'Saving Private Ryan.'
  • Levy’s career began at MGM and Columbia Pictures before he joined Spielberg exclusively in 1982, shaping promotional strategies for Amblin Entertainment and beyond.
  • Steven Spielberg and industry figures have publicly mourned Levy, praising his creativity, integrity, and transformative impact on Hollywood publicity.