Stories

KC Fox, My sweetheart for 20 years, my co-parent another 25. Should I mention the time my passport was stolen in Spain. KC's fluency in "Spanish" allowed me to survive a grilling at the dreaded "La Guardia Civil" headquarters. Or perhaps our trip to the Sumatran Jungles where we heard the Howler Monkey Opera: harmonies, call & response, solos and choruses. Maybe I should tell about our China Peak adventure, when she said "I'm going skiing, you can stay home or not. But I am going skiing!" She took me outside my imagined limitations, always leading to new summits. That didn't stop even after our marriage faltered.

I did secure her first job in the film industry, no matter what Jim Dultz said. I told Jack Ziga I'd take his low-ball offer, but he had to hire KC, and place her somewhere she would shine in her own spotlight. Did she? You better believe it!

After that introduction to the mad movie business, she got her own job at Roger Corman's studios in Venice, with James Cameron as the Art Director, but that's another story.

In 1986 we worked for the first time together as Co-Art Directors on "Shattered Spirits" for Robert Greenwald. It was a dream partnership (for me anyway) until "Once a Hero!" A Pilot and Series we worked on for a solid year. Then I lost her as "Co" Art Director, and soon found out who had the executive talent ... KC Fox!

She wanted and deserved the Limelight. She was a Star!

Separate Locations for months at a time left us longing for connection, and so we conceived the best collaboration we ever attempted. Dylan, you were not an accident!

We had twenty beautiful years as a couple and twenty-five more as co-parents to Dylan.

I am grateful for the time we had together and apart. I loved her ... 

Bob Fox

KC was my biggest cheerleader and supporter of Robin's and my relationship. When I was building an old-time apothecary and art gallery downtown, she came up with the perfect design. At that time, Robin and I had split temporarily and KC pulled me aside and said "You know Gare, Robin is crazy about you." That small gesture started a rekindling of our flame that burns brighter than ever today. Thank you KC for loving us. 

Gary Friedman

How do i pick a moment from the rainbow of music and color and hilarity that was my friendship with this unicorn of a woman. my beautiful kc. our beautiful kc. i'm trying, but i don't think i can. My aging brain is remembering moments that come together as a kaleidoscope. making art with our kids at wonderland; talking art and movies. watching screeners. whenever we would hang in the living room (or the kitchen or the bedroom or the bathroom or the hallway), i would look around at all the beauty on the walls; trying to memorize everything, laughing at the stories of this piece or that; the beauty of art and friends and family that surrounded her. i remember one time when i went shopping with her to some insane store in north hollywood, maybe. i'm clearly not a shopper, and watching her beeline to the particular treasure she sought was more science than commerce. i was always blown away when she'd ask me to embroider something for this movie or that; or cross stitch for criminal minds. she shared her world with so many of us. and we'd brainstorm ridiculous business ideas. my favorite was her idea of making kama sutra embroidery kits. her idea. of course. maybe i need to do that now: anyone want to make a kama sutra cross stitch? i'll miss her forever, while being so grateful she was my friend. 

Jill

We got to meet Paul McCartney together on a small project she invited me to…. We had so much fun that day 

Ernesto Felix

I met when back in the early 80s at Tim Wiles home. I was so impressed at how nice she was! 

William Carter

KC was the first decorator I worked with after I had my child. She was so considerate of my time and made sure I spent quality time with my son. She knew how hard it was to go back to work and at the same time feel guilty of leaving your baby. She will be truly missed. 

Penelope franco gilmore 

As a teen, I had a crush on KC. I was best friends with her older brother, Dean, and spent way too much time at their house throughout the year.

On one occasion, I shyly asked KC out to a formal event. In my mumbling, she was led to believe that I wanted her to ask a friend of hers if she wanted to go with me.

Days later, KC called me to say, yes, her friend would go with me. I was initially elated when I answered the call, only to be heartbroken to discover that my invitation had been misunderstood.

I ended up taking the friend and never explained the misunderstanding to KC, due to my awkward teenage shyness.

KC remained a friend throughout our lives.

She will be dearly missed. 

Paul Diamond

This is a story KC and I both would say is one of our most memorable moments together. In fact, we spoke about it a couple months ago.

KC and I spent Thanksgiving together....I believe it was the year 2012, when we were working on a film project in Philadelphia, PA. We had met a local vendor who generously invited us both to celebrate the holiday with him, at his lavish, elder female friend's house. We were told the hostess was a collector of exquisite art and beautiful antique furniture. That she lived in one of the wealthiest and most interesting brownstones in the Rittenhouse Square Historic neighborhood. He was pretty vague about the details of how many people were joining this gathering, but KC and I made sure we contributed to the feast and brought plenty of food to share for a large crowd. We arrived at the event with such gratitude, thinking how kind it was that these people we barely knew would invite us to celebrate Thanksgiving with them. The gentleman who invited us was the only person present when we arrived. KC and I helped him set the long wood and marble inlay table for maybe 20 place settings. We even assisted in prepping some of the food in the narrow galley kitchen. Some time went by and no guests had arrived, not even the hostess. It was very quiet and after about an hour we were starting to get suspicious if there were even any others joining us. We were told the table would be packed with eccentric friends. The food was ready and starting to get cold. The gentleman who invited us excused himself and went to check on the Lady of the House. KC and I sat in the kitchen and waited for another 30 minutes, just the two of us sitting at an old, small 1950's metal, wobbling table in the kitchen. Classical Indian music was playing on a tape deck while we waited patiently and whispered like good guests. We finally heard some commotion down the short hallway coming towards the kitchen. It was the hostess of the party, finally we get to meet her! When she approached me and KC, the Lady of the house lifted her head and looked directly at us and said "Go Away, Leave".

There was never a dull moment when I was with KC. This is such a vivid experience for me, and I am glad KC and I were able to laugh about it for many years after. Grateful for her always pushing me to experience new things. Love you KC!

Claudia Bonfe

KC was an influencer even though she never even knew she was an influencer. She had impeccable taste in everything - friends; art; culture; fashion; places! She had the right opinions about everything from politics to family and life in general. She was a ray of sunshine. One day before passing KC told me to come visit, sure! and bring your bathing suit! She never stopped loving life. Rest in peace, dear woman! You will be so missed! 

Nina Katoni 

KC joined me and a friend of mine at a play. It was a rather long play which neither of us realized. When intermission was announced, she looked at me and said, "Cannot stay because life is short and this play is too long." 

Erica Ausman 

I met KC in 1996 in the cafeteria at (was it Bancroft MS?), for the Getty arts education course as KC and an army of moms initiated our arts cadre volunteer program. I enjoyed a swim with KC and Robin the day before yesterday, and we talked about of course our kids, and Robin's purse from India, and the beautiful day and how lucky to be floating under a blue sky, and when early voting starts so KC could vote for Kamala, and the mosaic she was working on, and whether we had visited the Laurel Springs property Citizens for Los Angeles Wildlife had bought for habitat for which KC was a donor, and my kids' book about native plants and that maybe Emma would like, and of course music and our friends, and pool Pilates and pool noodles, and the time we went to Taos and saw the Earthships, and now the universe has opened and taken KC on a new trip. What a brave and powerful spirit, and no one more fun. 

Julia Wasson 

Dickie Roberts Former Child Star, pink tub, 2 children, David Spade and shampooing a dead rabbit….extreme laughter until we cried! I love KC. 

Dina Lipton 

I met K.C. on my very first film in 1984. I was the Production Secretary straight off a peoples express flight from New Hampshire. She was the Decorator and immediately took pity on me for my ridiculously naïve ways. She championed, mentored and most importantly, befriended me. We worked together many times over the years and when I realized my path was Production and not Art Dept she was the one that convinced the UPM to switch me to POC. She gave me a place to live when life was rough. Living in an apartment above her garage in Culver City are some of my most cherished memories. Drinking wine in the backyard, her lug of a dog, Chewbacca, chasing imaginary squirrels. Our lives continued in separate directions but there was always a thread and we always reconnected. She will be missed immensely. I will always be so grateful for her love, generosity and kindness. And MAN her creativity - Genius! The days will never be so bright as they were amongst her light. 

Cristen Carr Strubbe

She was ALWAYS so kind to me, and I was always in awe of her! I was just a lowly asst and she would say hi to me when I saw her in ikea or in a prop house….

I think of her often, and will miss her just a lot. 

Robbie 

KC had a remarkable presence in the world of prop houses. I first met her while working as a Coordinator at Omega Cinema Props, where I quickly made her orders a top priority. One of my most cherished memories of KC was when she learned I was expecting my first child. The very next day, she brought in the softest, plushiest elephant I had ever felt, a gesture of such heartfelt warmth. As the years went by, KC continued to follow my daughter's milestones with genuine interest. She always remembered her age and school grade, offering thoughtful advice that spanned nearly two decades. Her enduring care and wisdom were a testament to her kindness and the deep connection she cultivated with those around her. 

Adam Varo 

I was lucky enough to have worked with KC as her buyer for the better part of 4 seasons of Criminal Minds. When she first came on board the show, it was just the two of us in Set Decoration. I remember late one afternoon, she flew into the office, after a location scout, with her hair on fire. It was a very heavy episode and they had just scheduled the most difficult set for us to shoot first up. After reeling off a gigantic list of items that had to be on the truck the next day, we solemnly looked at each other, the enormity of the task before us sinking in.

"OMG! We are so f**ked!" I exclaimed.

And then, we both started belly laughing. At moments like this, one has to laugh or cry. Might as well laugh. It was so much fun to work with her.

One night, as I was leaving a party at her house, she gave me a cutting from a beautiful succulent that was growing next to her front door. I never knew the name of that plant which is now large and thriving.

Today I found that name. It's an Echereria Party Dress...KC's Party Dress. That's our girl! She gave me a lovely way to remember her every day. 

Adele Wilson 

I have not seen KC for many years, but have the Fondest of memories from working with her in the 80's &90's!..Her light shone Bright!...and Here's to a Life Well Lived. 

Susan Nininger 

Nina Ruscio, KC and I met for high tea at the Peninsula hotel. KC brought Molly Allen as her plus one. We ate finger sandwiches and sipped champagne with lady like aplomb. 7 hours, and many cocktails later we had covered the neighborhood. We were politely ejected from the PeninsulaTea Room, made our way to Trader Vics for Tiki Torch cocktails, headed back to the Peninsula and somehow ended up in a reception line for a Turkish Ambassador! We laughed until we cried. But that was KC..up for all. Off to the stars my friend. The universe is yet another adventure. With love

Jane Bartelme 

She asked me if I could teach her a meditation practice. I said, "Of course!" she asked/explained; " I can still enjoy a martini right? Of course, I replied, no problem. 

Tim Colohan 

I have known KC for many years. We all played spades together and partied heartly. Somethings never change! We also vacationed together at the cabin and the beach house. KC was always so gracious and welcoming.

What I remember most about KC was how generous and loving she was to my children, Natalia and Josh.

She was there to give advice and care.

For many years we all hung out and raised our children together.

I talked to my son Josh/Yasa in Thailand and he said that he was very happy that he got to say good by to KC. I am proud that my daughter got to take care of KC until the end.

And so I say, let us raise a glass and toast the extraordinary life of KC Fox!

Ginny Gaimari Fox