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Josh Welch, Film Independent President and Champion of Filmmakers, Dies


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  Josh Welch, longtime president of Film Independent, died Dec. 31 after a five-year battle with colon cancer. His age was not immediately available. Welch started out as an actor and started volunteering at the Film Independent Spirit Awards annually starting in 1996.

Josh Welsh, the President of Film Independent, passed away at the age of 59 after a battle with cancer. Known for his significant contributions to the indie film community, Welsh was instrumental in nurturing new talent through programs like the Film Independent Spirit Awards, the Los Angeles Film Festival, and the Artist Development program. His leadership was marked by a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to make the film industry more accessible to underrepresented filmmakers. Welsh's legacy includes not only his professional achievements but also his personal warmth and dedication to supporting filmmakers, leaving a lasting impact on the independent film world.

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