HOMOSASSA, FL. (THECOUNT) — Steve Mensch, the esteemed president and manager of general operations at Tyler Perry Studios, met a tragic end on Friday night when the single-seater plane he was piloting crashed on a road in Homosassa, Florida. This devastating news was shared by a source close to the studios with TMZ.
The incident took place on West White Dogwood Drive near the intersection of US 98, which connects to US 19 in Homosassa. Highway Patrol Troopers responded promptly to the scene, but despite their efforts, Mensch succumbed to the crash. The cause of this tragic event remains under investigation.
Mensch had been integral to Tyler Perry Studios since 2016, where he managed operations at the expansive 300-acre studio in Atlanta. His contributions extended beyond the studio, making him a notable figure in the Georgia business community, as highlighted on his LinkedIn profile.
The news of Mensch’s death has left the entire team at Tyler Perry Studios in a state of profound grief. He is survived by his wife and three children. Steve Mensch was 62 years old at the time of his passing.
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