Former Disney Executive, Karen Glass, Dies at 63
Sad news to share with Disney fans today. The Hollywood and Disney community is mourning the loss of Karen Glass, a former Disney studio executive whose creative vision helped shape some of the company’s most beloved films.
Glass passed away on Monday, December 22, at UCLA Medical Center following complications from pancreatic cancer. She was 63.
Glass’s Career
Glass joined The Walt Disney Company in 1989 and spent more than 15 years helping guide major projects.
During her time at Disney, she played a key role in developing The Princess Diaries, Tuck Everlasting, and Herbie Fully Loaded.
After leaving Disney in 2006, Glass built a successful second career producing holiday television films, including Ice Princess, Same Time, Next Christmas, Never Kiss a Man in a Christmas Sweater, Christmas Class Reunion, and Leah’s Perfect Gift.
Most recently, she served as executive producer on the Lifetime holiday film A Pickleball Christmas.
Beyond her work in entertainment, Glass launched Glassworks College Advising, supporting high school students through the college application process.
Remembered
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Friends and colleagues remembered her drive, creativity, and deep love for her family, especially her son.
Glass is survived by her son Zachary Sean Barry, her siblings, extended family, and loved ones.
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