Veteran Hollywood Labor Reporter Dave Robb Dies at 74

Known for his investigative journalism, Robb spent his final year covering major industry strikes and advocating for underrepresented groups in Hollywood.

• Dave Robb, a veteran Hollywood labor reporter, has died at the age of 74 after being diagnosed with inoperable brain stem cancer.
• Robb was known for his investigative journalism, particularly in the area of Hollywood labor issues, and had spent his last year covering the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.
• Throughout his career, Robb worked for The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, and Deadline, and also wrote several books, including 'Operation Hollywood: How the Pentagon Shapes and Censors the Movies'.
• Robb was also an advocate for under-represented and disenfranchised groups in Hollywood, including African-American and Native American actors, child actors, stunt performers, and women.
• Survivors include his wife, Kelly.

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