James G. Robinson, the co-founder of Morgan Creek Productions and producer of hit films including Major League and Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, died on 15 February at the age of 90. His family announced his death, stating that he passed away peacefully in Lutherville, Maryland. No cause of death was disclosed.
Robinson co-founded Morgan Creek in 1988 with Joe Roth, investing $80 million of his own money to launch the independent studio. The company quickly found success with Young Guns (1988), followed by a string of hits such as Dead Ringers, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, True Romance, and Ace Ventura: Pet Detective.
Before entering the film industry, Robinson was a car dealer in Baltimore. He sold his Subaru franchise in 1988 to focus on film production. His family noted that his passion for storytelling and bold business approach left a lasting mark on Hollywood.
Robinson is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara, six children, their spouses, and eight grandchildren.
