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Who is Steve Mensch’s wife Danila and how many children does she have with the late Tyler Perry studios president?

Danila and Steve kept much of their family life private

DANILA Mensch is the wife of the late Tyler Perry Studios president Steve Mensch. 

Steve passed away on December 6, 2024, after a shocking plane crash in Florida. 

Steve passed away after a plane crash in Florida
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Steve passed away after a plane crash in FloridaCredit: YouTube/Fox 5 Atlanta
Steve was married to Danila Mensch
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Steve was married to Danila MenschCredit: X/@Stevemensch

Married life

Not much is known about Danila, before her marriage to the president of Tyler Perry Studios Steve Mensch. 

The couple shared three children together, though they have kept much of their family life private. 

Sadly, Steve passed away on December 6, 2024, after deciding to fly a small-engine fixed-wing aircraft in Florida. 

Steve loved flying and was known to practice in his free time.

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However, on that day, the plane crashed and was found near the intersection of Highway 19 and Longfellow Street in Homosassa, Florida. 

Steve’s studio life

Tyler Perry Studios took to social media to express their sadness at Danila’s husband’s death. 

They said: “We are incredibly saddened by the passing of our dear friend, Steve Mensch. 

“Steve was a cherished member of our team for more than 8 years, and well beloved in the community of Atlanta.”

They continued: “It is hard to imagine not seeing him smiling throughout the halls. 

“We will miss him dearly. 

“Our heart goes out to his family as we all send them our prayers.”

Steve became president of the company in 2016 and has been a key part of its success. 

Tyler Perry Studios specializes in films which highlight the experiences of Black Americans, including Sistas, Good Deeds and Nobody’s Fool.

Tyler Perry is an actor and filmmaker
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Tyler Perry is an actor and filmmakerCredit: YouTube/Paramount

Tyler Perry Studios

Tyler Perry, the owner of Tyler Perry Studios, shot to fame after his performance in Diary of a Mad Black Woman. 

He also became well-known for his comedy character Madea, a tough-talking old lady who has appeared in many of his films. 

The actor bought a decommissioned U.S. military base named Fort McPherson in 2015 to serve as the main HQ for Tyler Perry studios.

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He reportedly bought the 330-acre site in Atlanta for $30 million and has used it to produce his films. 

Tyler has full ownership of many of his films but has historically used Lions Gate Entertainment to distribute them. 

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