Robert Fox, a prominent producer behind numerous West End and Broadway successes, has died aged 73. His broad career spanned landmark productions and collaborations with major stars, prompting heartfelt tributes including from Hugh Jackman.

Producer Robert Fox died aged 73, leaving behind a legacy of influential theatre and screen productions. His credits include The Boy From Oz with Hugh Jackman, The Lady in the Van starring Maggie Smith, and acclaimed plays by Peter Morgan such as The Audience and Frost/Nixon.

Fox’s work on The Audience brought him into the executive production team of The Crown, the widely successful Netflix series about the British Royal Family created by Morgan. He also played a key role in the original production and ongoing development of Chess.

More recently, Fox was a lead producer on George Clooney’s Good Night and Good Luck musical, which set records during its run. He also contributed to the production of Florence Welch’s musical adaptation of The Great Gatsby.

Hugh Jackman paid tribute on social media, describing Fox as “an integral part of my life, both personally and professionally,” highlighting his warmth and dedication as both a man and a producer. Jackman credited Fox with helping lead his international arena tour, The Man, The Music, The Show.

Fox came from a notable acting family, being sibling to Edward and James Fox and uncle to performers Emilia and Freddie Fox. His death has been marked as a significant loss to the theatre community.

A detailed tribute to Fox’s distinguished career and impact appears in Deadline, written by Baz Bamigboye. Fox’s influence on theatre and television reflects a lifetime devoted to the performing arts.