Remembering Laura Adler: A Legacy of Casting Excellence and Advocacy
Laura Adler, a prominent casting director with over four decades of experience in the entertainment industry, passed away in Los Angeles at the age of 65 after a brief illness. Throughout her career, Adler played a pivotal role in casting actors for various television shows, including Better Off Ted, Dream On, The Goode Family, and American Dreams, earning an Emmy nomination in 2003 for her work on the latter.
In addition to her casting work, Adler was a key figure in advocating for pension and health benefits for casting professionals. She was a founding member of the Casting Society steering committee, which successfully secured these benefits, reshaping the industry and demonstrating her unwavering support for her colleagues. In 2014, Adler took on the role of Casting Society administrator, dedicating the next decade to serving and empowering the global casting community before retiring from the position.
Recently, Adler was announced as a recipient of the Rosalie Joseph Humanitarian Award, recognizing her outstanding contributions to humanitarian causes that have benefitted the casting community. This prestigious award will be presented at the 41st annual Artios Awards in Los Angeles on February 26, honoring Adler's lasting impact on the industry.
Born and raised in New York City, Adler began her career in television and film production before transitioning to casting in 1989. She worked alongside renowned casting directors Barbara Claman, Mark Saks, and Ted Hann, eventually rising to the role of casting director herself, a position she held for more than 16 years. Adler is survived by her three sisters, Alisa Adler, Emily Adler, and Amy Adler, as well as her nephew, Joe Adler. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be announced in the future.