Richard was a devoted member of the Academy and the film community at large.
He also served 12 years as an Academy governor.
He previously had been elected to five terms as Vice President and one as Secretary during his tenure.
Richard KahnCourtesy of the Academy
His vision and leadership leave an indelible mark.
He remained a friend to so many, and our thoughts are with his family at this time.
He also headed the Public Relations Coordinating Committee, which created the Academys first Nominees Luncheon in 1982.
From left: Johnny Goodman, Richard Kahn and Peter Noble in 1988 (Getty Images)Doug McKenzieBAFTA via Getty Images
He appeared also appeared in the documentariesSpine Tingler!
The William Castle Story(2000) andInside: Doctor Strangelove(2007).
Our Dad had a kind and generous soul, a wry sense of humor and was a wonderful father.
We will miss him dearly, his daughters Sharon Kahn and Lisa Kahn Feldstern said in a statement.
Kahn also is survived by son-in-law Daniel Feldstern; a grandson, Nick, and his wife Jenn Fasulo-Feldstern.
