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Paul Rauch Obituary
He died Monday in New York of complications from blood clots, his wife, playwright Israela Margalit, said Tuesday.
Rauch, described in TV Guide Canada as "the most prolific and talented executive producer in soap opera history," won two Daytime Emmys, the first in 1976 for his production of "Another World." In 2000, he won for executive-producing a children's film, "Run the Wild Fields."
He wanted to be an actor but settled into work crafting shows behind the scenes instead. He had a brief stint as vice president of daytime programs for CBS in the 1970s and produced the theatrical film "Lovers Knot," starring Tim Curry and Jennifer Grey, in 1995.
His skill in serial drama also brought him success in overseas markets, producing the Russian prime-time series "Poory Nastya" and "Pushkin." He developed the drama series "Ocean Front" and "Rendezvous" in Poland.
Rauch's last television job took him to the top of the ratings, with longtime leader "The Young and the Restless," for which he was co-executive producer from 2008 until falling ill last year.
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tyler
November 14, 2015
Bye Dad
January 1, 2013
Enjoyed his work, my prayers go out to all the family.
January 1, 2013
we love you
L Pope
January 1, 2013
Thank you for all the pleasure you gave us with The Young and Restless. May you rest in peace. God bless you and your family
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Gloria Smith
January 1, 2013
Your legacy will live on, my condolences to the family.
January 1, 2013
Have watched Paul Rauch for most of my adult life.Enjoyed his character very much.Saddened by his passing. Rebecca Cornell
Hazel Holmes
December 31, 2012
R.i.p.
DOT Stewart
December 31, 2012
i have watch the young and restless ever since it started and i like it God bless your family you did a great job
Dinah Wade
December 31, 2012
Your memory will live on
Linda Quick
December 31, 2012
I was saddened to hear of this tragic news. My sympathy to family and friends during this time of sorrow. RIP, Paul.
Janice Payung
December 31, 2012
May The Lord comfort you during this time of sorrow.
Ruth Hicks
December 31, 2012
Prayers with your family!!!
Ruth Hicks
December 31, 2012
Prayers with your family!!!
Sue Ketchem
December 31, 2012
May you rest in Peace.
Phyllis
December 31, 2012
RIP Paul Rauch
Crystal Taylor
December 31, 2012
Mr Rauch will be sadly missed.
December 26, 2012
MAY GOD BLESS AND COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME.........CONDOLENCE
December 19, 2012
Psalm 147:3
Brenda Haire
December 13, 2012
He was a great man. Thanks for bringing the ABC and NBC soap operas to us.I enjoyed them. R.I.p.Mr. Paul rauch
A soap fan
December 13, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to Mr. Rauchs family, and friends. What a talent he had. May he rest in peace.
December 13, 2012
Please accept my condolences. May the memories of your love one bring comfort to you and may our Heavenly Father give you peace.
Mary Smith
December 13, 2012
My sincere condolences to the family. Your heart aches with sadness, but know that God cares for you (1 Pe 5:7).
December 12, 2012
Paul gave me my first acting break in television which began a career that lasted for more than forty years. He is in my prayers. G Spencer
Freddie Clark- Rhett
December 12, 2012
Thank-you for the soaps that I have for so many years and even now. R.I.P
Katherine Mills
December 12, 2012
Condolences to the family of Paul Rauch. May you reflect and cherish your fond memories and rely on God's word for comfort and strength, during your time of loss. [Isaiah 12:2 and Romans 15:4]
Jeanne Kempers
December 12, 2012
I remember his name in the credits of my favorite soaps from many years ago. His passing is HUGE to anyone who enjoyed watching quality soap operas. Thank you, Paul, for the entertainment over the last 35 yrs. I admired you then, and I will always. I will NEVER forget the name PAUL RAUCH. RIP. You worked hard.
G. Freeman
December 12, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
louise wisinski
December 12, 2012
No words can express the joy you've brought me over the years. Thank you.
EG
December 12, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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