Oscar Producer Gilbert Cates Died at 77

A multitalented and award-winning director and television as well as theater producer, Gilbert Cates was founded dead at the age of 77 on Monday, 31 October 2011, at a parking lot at UCLA but confirmed on Tuesday by the Directors Guild of America. The reason of his death is not known yet. Gilbert Cates produced a record 14 Academy Awards ceremonies, between 1990 and 2008.

Gilbert Cates enjoyed a long career in the television and the film world. As per the Academy, some of the most unforgettable moments are given to the world and the Academy in Oscar history by Cates. His death is a terrific loss to the entertainment industry. Gilbert Cates was on the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and has twice served as president of the Directors Guild of America.

Cates also employed as the dean of the School of Film, Theater, and Television at UCLA. As per the statement from school, the whole school is feeling sorrow but it also praises and celebrates Cates’ countless contributions and unusual dream. His extraordinary skill, experience, wisdom, insights, and bigheartedness have provided benefits to students of School of Film, Theater, and Television at UCLA.