Irving Ludwig, former president of Buena Vista Distribution and one of the most respected and innovative executives in the area of motion picture distribution, passed away at his home in Santa Monica, California from natural causes on Saturday, November 26. He was 95 years old.
During his 40-year association with Disney and Buena Vista, Ludwig played a big part in many Disney blockbuster presentations as well as reissues of classic Disney animated features. PR Newswire has a quick summary of his career.
