Archive · 7 Nov 2025
Herb Nanas, Agent, Manager & Producer, Dies at 84
Herb Nanas was a man who worked in show business for many years.
He started by helping actors find work, then became their manager, and later helped make movies and TV shows.
He helped people like Sylvester Stallone and Albert Brooks get their start or make famous films like 'First Blood' and 'Rocky III'.
He also worked in music and helped famous musicians.
Herb was born a long time ago in New York and moved to California to work in the entertainment industry.
He was 84 years old when he passed away.
He is remembered for his work and is survived by his children and grandchildren.
Herb Nanas, a veteran agent, manager, and producer, passed away on November 3 at the age of 84.
Nanas is credited with discovering Sylvester Stallone and managing the early career of Albert Brooks.
His producing credits include major films such as 'First Blood,' 'Rocky III,' 'Lost in America,' and '2 Days in the Valley.'
He also had a significant career in music, representing artists like Roger Miller and Gloria Estefan.
Nanas began his career in the mailroom of the William Morris Agency before launching his own management company.
- Who
- Herb Nanas, a longtime agent, manager, and producer.
- What
- He died at the age of 84.
- When
- November 3
- Where
- Not specified.
- Why
- Cause of death not provided.
- Died
- November 3
- Age
- 84
- Birth Date
- February 4, 1941
- Birth Place
- Bronx
- Career
- Agent, Manager, Producer
- Notable Productions
- First Blood, Rocky III, Lost in America, 2 Days in the Valley, Hatfields & McCoys
- Discovered/Represented
- Sylvester Stallone, Albert Brooks, Roseanne Barr