Al Masini, creator of 'Star Search,' 'Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous,' dies in Hawaii at 80
Alfred "Al" Masini, a Hollywood producer who created "Entertainment Tonight," "Star Search," "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous," "Solid Gold," and numerous other TV shows, died Monday in Honolulu. He was 80.
In a statement, actress and longtime friend Carol Burnett said she was very sorry to hear of Masini's death. She called him a "talented producer and a fine man."
Masini is survived by his wife, Charlyn Honda Masini, and his sister Melba Marvinny.
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