As a lifelong cinephile who has spent countless hours immersed in the world of television and film, I find myself deeply saddened by the passing of George Schenck. Born into a family with such a rich legacy in the industry, it’s no surprise that he made a significant impact on the small screen himself.
George Schenck, a screenwriter, television producer, and the head of “NCIS,” a police drama airing on CBS, passed away at his residence in Brentwood, California, on August 3rd. He was 82 years old.
1942 saw the birth of Schenck on February 12. He later graduated from the University of Southern California with a screenwriting degree, furthering his education in the inaugural class of the university’s writers program for film. Following his studies, he served in the U.S. Navy. His father, Aubrey Schenck, was an independent movie producer, while his great uncles, Nicholas and Joseph Schenck, held prominent roles as heads of MGM and 20th Century Fox studios.
Beyond creating numerous “NCIS” episodes and independent films, Schenck also worked alongside his writing and production partner Frank Cardea on shows such as “Crazy Like a Fox,” “Bring ’em Back,” and “Pros and Cons.” Schenck initially joined the “NCIS” writing team during its debut season. He was promoted to executive producer in Season 9, and after the passing of Gary Glasberg in 2016, he and Cardea were appointed co-showrunners. Schenck decided to retire in 2018, having written over 40 episodes for “NCIS.”
“Mark Harmon, star and producer of ‘NCIS’, expressed his regret upon hearing about George. In a statement, he acknowledged that George and Frank’s professionalism and determination significantly shaped the series. He was thankful for the unity and camaraderie they embodied as part of the team.”
Schenck passed away, preceded by his wife Virginia who sadly died the previous year. He leaves behind their sons Kirk and Jeff, as well as their wives Allison and Natalie. His grandchildren Aidan, Andrew, Ryan, Jordan, and Owen also mourn him. A private ceremony for family and intimate friends will be held instead of a public service. Instead of sending flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in Schenck’s honor to the Writers Guild Foundation.
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2024-08-05 18:16