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USA Today
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Loren Ruch, HGTV star, dies at 55 after leukemia battle: reports
Loren Ruch, HGTV star, dies at 55 after leukemia battle: reports Loren Ruch, head of content for HGTV and co-host of 'HGTV House Party," has died at age 55, according to reports. Variety and TODAY report that he died on June 12 of acute myeloid leukemia, citing a memo from Channing Dungey, chair of Warner Bros. Television Group, the parent company of HGTV. 'Loren was the rare leader who lifted everyone around him,' Dungey wrote to Warner Bros. staff members. 'Loren built not only hit shows but enduring relationships, serving as mentor, advocate and true friend to countless colleagues across the television landscape. His impact stretched far beyond the screen. Loren was the connective tissue of every room he entered — the glue that bound teams, departments, and friendships.' Her statement continued, 'Though gone too soon, he leaves behind a lasting imprint on both the television industry and the lives of those who loved him.' USA TODAY has reached out to Warner Bros. Television group for comment. As head of content at HGTV, Ruch oversaw various game, daytime talk and morning talk shows, including 'Celebrity IOU,' 'A Very Brady Renovation,' 'Property Brothers: Forever Home,' 'My Lottery Dream Home' and 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.' In his long career in television, Ruch also worked within the Discovery network on the Food Network, Travel Channel, DIY Network, Cooking Channel and Great American Country. Ruch was also a board member for the nonprofit organization Live Out Loud, which aimed to support LGBTQ+ youth by connecting them with resources, role models and opportunities within their community. Live Out Loud shared a statement on Instagram on June 13 in memory of Ruch: 'Loren Ruch was truly an extraordinary soul, and his passion and commitment to Live Out Loud will never be forgotten… He returned to his hometown high school to share his story, offering encouragement and hope to students who needed to see someone like him—someone who had walked a path of resilience and acceptance.' The statement concluded, 'Loren's legacy will live on in the lives of the countless LGBTQ+ youth he inspired, and in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know him. He will be missed more than words can express, but his light will continue to shine through the work we do in his honor.' More: James Van Der Beek, Jenna Fischer and the rise of young people getting cancer Ruch first shared his 'personal journey' with his fans in April 2024, disclosing on Instagram that he had been diagnosed with leukemia two months prior. 'It's a very raw and unexpected adventure, and not one I was initially planning to share, but I genuinely believe that the power of my beautiful community of family and friends is going to be what ultimately gets me through this chapter of my life,' he wrote. Ruch is survived by his husband, David Salas, as well as his parents and brother.
Daily Mail
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Loren Ruch's husband David Salas' heartbreaking post just a week before death of HGTV star
Just one week before beloved HGTV Content Chief Loren Ruch passed away at age 55, his longtime husband, David Salas, posted an emotional tribute in honor of their wedding anniversary. During his time at HGTV, Ruch was an enthusiastic and well-known co-host for HGTV House Party, and was a producer for and HGTV Dream Home and HGTV Green Home, among other titles. On Thursday, it was announced that the exec had passed away. He had been bravely battling acute myeloid leukemia over the past few years, a blood cancer that starts in the bone marrow. His mom has since told TMZ that he was cancer-free at the time of his death, and passed of pneumonia, which he caught after he was hospitalized for a bowel blockage. But on June 5, his husband shared a post for his husband, as he remembered their 2004 wedding anniversary. '06, 05, 2004… 3,2,1… was the one of the BEST days in my life it was our wedding day 21 years ago and together 27 year!' Salas wrote in the caption. 'It's the day that I got to marry my best friend, @lorenruch who is still my best friend to this day! Here are some OG photos that were taken on @kodak film!' the message continued. 'Here's to many more amazing years ahead! I Love You!' '06, 05, 2004… 3,2,1… was the one of the BEST days in my life it was our wedding day 21 years ago and together 27 year!' Salas wrote in the caption During his time at HGTV, Ruch was an enthusiastic and well-known co-host for HGTV House Party, and was a producer for and HGTV Dream Home and HGTV Green Home, among other titles The social media post included a carousel of photos from their big day, which were taken with black-and-white film. Many of the photos showed the two lovingly gazing at each other, while others celebrated the fun day with their friends and family. He also included a snapshot of their wedding cake, which was constructed of cupcakes, and an adorable groom-and-groom wedding topper. In the comments section, many shared their love for the couple, including Food Network Chef Gabe Bertaccini and Egypt Sherrod. Ruch's husband has not yet made a public statement following his death. Tributes from members of the HGTV family poured in following the news of his passing. The beloved host had been a part of the company since 2008, and was named as the head of content in January 2023. In recent years, as the head of content at the network, Ruch managed the programming of a number of hit shows, like My Lottery Dream Home, Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge, and Celebrity IOU. Before that, he also had served as the VP of development and programming for HGTV, DIY Network and Great American Country. Ruch was an accomplished producer even before his time at HGTV, working as the senior producer of morning news shows Good Day LA and Good Day Live. He was the recipient of five Emmy Awards for his outstanding work. In a email to Warner Bros. Discovery staff obtained by The Daily Mail, the company's chairperson, Channing Dungey, remembered Ruch for his 'endless kindess' and 'unshakeable integrity.' 'Throughout his three-decade career, Loren was the rare leader who lifted everyone around him,' Dungey wrote. 'Known for his unwavering dedication, endless kindness, and unshakeable integrity, Loren built not only hit shows but enduring relationships, serving as mentor, advocate and true friend to countless colleagues across the television landscape,' the message continued. 'His impact stretched far beyond the screen. Loren was the connective tissue of every room he entered — the glue that bound teams, departments, and friendships,' the email read. 'He possessed the rare gift of making people feel seen, valued, and inspired to do their best work.' Dungey also shared that Ruch's work was never about the 'ratings' or 'accolades,' but instead the 'people' that he worked with. 'He built teams that became families, forged friendships that lasted lifetimes, and leaves behind a legacy of creativity, compassion, and joy,' she wrote. 'For those of us lucky enough to have known and loved Loren, the things we remember, and cherish go far beyond his professional accomplishments... Loren's light touched everyone lucky enough to know him. 'Though gone too soon, he leaves behind a lasting imprint on both the television industry and the lives of those who loved him.' The HGTV host also served as a board member for Live Out Loud, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ+) youth. In addition to his husband, Ruch is also survived by his mother, father and brother.
Daily Mail
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Beloved HGTV host Loren Ruch dead at 55: Emmy award winner passes away after battle with cancer
HGTV Content Chief Loren Ruch has reportedly died at the age of 55 after a battle with cancer. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Ruch had been battling acute myeloid leukemia, a blood cancer that starts in the bone marrow. During his time at HGTV, Ruch was an enthusiastic and well-known co-host for HGTV House Party, and was a producer for and HGTV Dream Home and HGTV Green Home, among other titles. In recent years, as the head of content at the network, Ruch managed the programming of a number of hit shows, like My Lottery Dream Home, Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge, and Celebrity IOU. The beloved host had been a part of the company since 2008, and was named as the head of content in January 2023. Before that, he also had served as the VP of development and programming for HGTV, DIY Network and Great American Country. Ruch was an accomplished producer even before his time at HGTV, working as the senior producer of morning news shows Good Day LA and Good Day Live. He was the recipient of five Emmy Awards for his outstanding work. This is a breaking story...
