Who was Kevin Turen? ‘Euphoria’ Producer Dead at 44

Kevin Turen, the producer behind “Euphoria” and “The Idol,” has passed away at the age of 44. Turen’s sudden death occurred over the weekend, and as of now, the cause remains unknown.

In a statement, his father, Edward Turen, expressed, “Kevin was so incredibly special; this world is going to be less without him.”

Turen’s prolific career began with the production of Larry Clark’s “Wassup Rockers” and expanded to collaborations with industry talents like Sam Levinson, resulting in projects such as “Malcolm and Marie,” Trey Shultz’s “Waves,” Nicholas Jarecki’s “Arbitrage,” Nate Parker’s “The Birth of a Nation,” Kornel Mondruczo’s “Pieces of a Woman,” Ramin Bahrani’s “99 Homes,” and Ti West’s “X” trilogy. His television endeavors included Levinson’s “Euphoria” and “The Idol,” as well as Olivier Assayas’ “Irma Vep.”

Jay Penske, CEO of PMC, the parent company of Deadline and a close friend, remarked, “Despite his many achievements in Hollywood, Kevin’s greatest passion was his family and friends. He was so proud of his children. He and his wife, Evelina, were resolved that their children grow up with great values and ensured they make a difference in the broader world. Our collective heart breaks for them, and we all feel such a profound sense of loss. We will miss Kevin so much, and this town lost one of its brightest rising stars today.”

Known for his photographic memory, Turen had the ability to recall every frame of film he ever watched. An artist himself, he comprehended storytelling, communicated effectively with talent both behind and in front of the camera, and had the knack for securing financing for projects he believed in—placing art at the forefront of his endeavors. Kevin Turen leaves behind a legacy of creative contributions that will be remembered in the industry.