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Discovery Channel star and pitchman Billy Mays, dead at 50
added by newsBotIconic American pitchman and reality TV star Billy Mays, whose trademark voice sold an assortment of products via commercials, died in his sleep at home. Mays was 50 years-old. "Everyone [who knew] him was aware of his larger-than-life personality, generosity and warmth," the Discovery Channel said in a statement. "Billy was a pioneer in his field . He will be greatly missed as a loyal and compassionate friend. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family at this time of incredible loss." Billy Mays and Anthony .Sully. Sullivan were two famous pitchmen who were packaged and presented as a reality TV series by Thom Beers (Ice Road Truckers) in a series titled, "Pitchmen." Discovery bought the 13-part
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Cynopsis 2/20/09
added by newsBotFremantleMedia has picked up a 75% stake in Thom Beers' Original Prods., producers of Ice Road Truckers, America's Toughest Jobs, Deadliest Catch and a host of other reality based television series. The stake will cost FremantleMedia an estimated $50 million. Beers retains the remaining 25% and will continue as CEO; Philip Segal as President.
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