Beloved MTV, VH1 Exec Dies at 55 After Battle with Leukemia

Beloved MTV, VH1 exec dies at 55 after battle with leukemia

Jason Shumaker, an experienced communications executive whose work played a key role in support of shows like “Ru Paul’s Drag Race,” “The Shamara Chronicles” and the “MTV Video Music Awards,” has died at age 55.

MTV and VH1 Vet Dies of Leukemia Complications: Jason Shumaker Was 55

Jason Shumaker, whose work at MTV and VH1 was instrumental in supporting popular shows such as RuPaul’s Drag Race and The Shannara Chronicles, has died. The veteran communications executive passed away on Feb. 16 from complications of acute myeloid leukemia, according to Deadline. Shumaker was 55. Born on February 11, 1971, Shumaker was best known for his work as the lead publicist for RuPaul’s Drag Race. In his role as Manager of Communications…