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Ellen Family Loses 'Glue,' Producer Matthew Wright
7 Nov
Summary
- Matthew Wright, former Ellen producer, died of cardiopulmonary arrest.
- Hypertension was the underlying cause of his death.
- DeGeneres remembered him as the "glue" of the Ellen family.
Matthew Wright, a long-time producer for The Ellen DeGeneres Show, died unexpectedly at the age of 52. His death certificate reveals the cause as cardiopulmonary arrest, with hypertension listed as the underlying condition. Contributing factors included obstructive sleep apnea and Class II obesity.
Ellen DeGeneres expressed her profound grief and shock over Wright's passing. She described him as an essential part of their "Ellen family," referring to him as its "glue." DeGeneres fondly recalled his humor and kindness, noting that they were collaborating on a new project prior to his death.
Wright worked with the show for 16 years until its conclusion in 2022. His family mourned the loss as an "unfathomable tragedy." A GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to cover funeral costs, honoring Wright's memory and the positive impact he had on those around him. He is survived by his husband, Justin Fusella, and other family members.
