K.C. Fox, a renowned set decorator, has passed away at the age of 70. According to Deadline, Fox died on August 28 due to pancreatic cancer.
Throughout her illustrious career, Fox worked on numerous films and television shows, including "Speed," "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo," and "The 40-Year-Old Virgin."
Fox was a highly respected figure in the film industry, known for her keen artistic eye and clever wit. She was a founding member of the Set Decorators Society of America (SDSA) and a recipient of the Earl Cooperman Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024.
Fox's work spanned four decades, during which she earned two Art Directors Guild Awards for her work on "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" and HBO's "Little Britain USA."
Fox began her career in the film industry in the 1980s, working as an art department coordinator for production designer James Cameron.
She later transitioned to set decorating, working on teen films and eventually art directing and decorating for commercials, music videos, and movies of the week. After 12 years of hard work, Fox made it into the union and continued to excel in her field.
Fox's work on "Gypsy," starring Bette Midler, earned her an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Art Direction for a Miniseries or a Special.
Her contributions to the film industry were recognized by her peers, who praised her generosity and willingness to offer career advice and mentorship.
Fox's love for her work was evident in her statement,
I love what I do … can’t imagine not doing it. It is such a gift we are given to create characters and define spaces in a world of imagination. Self-taught as I am, I have learned to keep my eyes open and soak it up. Most importantly: do the research. Go the extra mile. Trust your instincts. Don’t try to fix something with a Band-Aid, get to the root of the problem and re-invent the solution.
The Set Decorators Society of America (SDSA) and IATSE Local 44's Set Decorator Steering Committee paid tribute to Fox's memory, praising her generosity, spirit, and contributions to the film industry. The SDSA wrote,
Known for her joie de vivre, keen artistic eye, belly laugh, and clever wit, she was beloved by her crew and colleagues. K.C. generously offered career advice, mentored through the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and served on many Boards and Committees at the SDSA and AMPAS.
Fox's legacy will live on through her work, which continues to inspire and influence new generations of set decorators and filmmakers. Her contributions to the film industry will not be forgotten, and her memory will be cherished by those who knew her and worked with her.
K.C. Fox, a talented and respected set decorator, has passed away at the age of 70. Throughout her career, Fox worked on numerous films and television shows, earning numerous awards and nominations for her work.
She was a founding member of the Set Decorators Society of America and a recipient of the Earl Cooperman Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024. Fox's legacy will continue to inspire and influence new generations of filmmakers, and her memory will be cherished by those who knew her and worked with her.
