Audrey Beth Davis, the veteran entertainment publicist who helped shape the public image of some of the most iconic shows in television history, has died at the age of 82.
She died of natural causes on May 1 in Pennsylvania, surrounded by her family, friends and those who cared for her.
Having spent decades at the heart of the industry, Davis was a highly respected figure known for his work on legendary series such as The golden girls and the Law and order franchise.
Born in Brooklyn in 1943, Davis began her career in television production on the game show. The game of the match before finding his true calling in public relations.
After joining Stone Associates in the late 1970s, Dick Lippin recruited her to join his new company, which eventually became The Lippin Group in 1986.
Throughout his long career, he was responsible for advertising a huge variety of hits, from the cheerful charm of The love boat and empty nest to the high-stakes drama of Law and order spin-offs and major CBS miniseries scarlet.
Davis remained an integral part of The Lippin Group until his retirement in 2008, earning a reputation for his professionalism and deep knowledge of the television landscape.
He is survived by his sisters, Rhonda and Sharon, as well as a large family of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews.
His loss is deeply felt by his former colleagues and the many friends he made throughout his years in Hollywood.
For those who wish to pay their respects, a memorial service is scheduled for 12:00 pm on May 14 at the Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home in West Reading, Pennsylvania.
The family has suggested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Francis Home to honor his memory.
His passing marks the end of an era for many television productions that benefited from his dedicated work behind the scenes.
