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Frank Mancuso Sr., Former Chief of Paramount, MGM/UA, Dies at 93

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What happened

Frank Mancuso Sr., a distribution executive who went on to head two of Hollywood’s major studios, Paramount and MGM/UA, died on Oct.

1 at his home in Los Angeles from complications of cancer, per a family statement.

Key facts

  • 1 at his home in Los Angeles from complications of cancer, per a family statement.
  • Reported by Variety and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:13:10 UTC.

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