Stu Sobol Dies At 50

Veteran artist manager Stuart Sobol died July 10th in Los Angeles from complications of pneumonia at age 50.

A co-founder of Spivak Sobol Entertainment, he joined The Firm when the companies merged in 2004.

Among his recent clients are Hoobastank, Hawthorne Heights, Three Days Grace, Seether, Eve 6, Ryan Star, Emily Osment and Skye Sweetnam. A memorial service was held in Simi Valley, Calif., July 13th.

Donations can be made to the Lung Cancer Foundation of America in Sobol’s name. He leaves his wife, Julie Shy, a son and a daughter. Condolences may be sent to the family at The Parisers c/o: The Shy-Sobols, 3827 Declaration, Calabasas, Calif., 91302.