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HGTV Host, Head of Content Dies Following Battle with Pneumonia
- Loren Ruch, head of content for HGTV and co-host of HGTV House Party, died on June 12, 2025, at age 55 in Los Angeles.
- He passed away after bravely fighting acute myeloid leukemia, a condition he had been contending with for an extended period.
- Ruch had a career spanning over 30 years, including leadership at HGTV since 2008, becoming head of content in January 2023, and winning five Emmy Awards while at Fox's Good Day LA.
- Warner Bros. Television Group chair Channing Dungey called Ruch a rare leader who "lifted everyone around him," while Christina Haack said, "Everyone adored you" on Instagram.
- Ruch’s death leaves a lasting imprint on the television industry and colleagues, highlighting his dedication, mentorship, and close relationships within the business.
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