Former Academy president, Oscar-winning producer Walter Mirisch dies at 101
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Walter Mirisch, a legendary Oscar-winning producer and former Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) president, passed away on Friday at the age of 101. Mirisch died in Los Angeles of natural causes; his death was confirmed by a statement released by the Academy on Saturday. The Hollywood producer served four terms as an AMPAS president and has left a lasting legacy behind.