Nancy Seltzer Has Passed — Quiet Hollywood Giant Leaves Legacy of Integrity and Class

Public relations legend Nancy Seltzer passed away after a brief hospital stay this week, leaving behind a legacy that shaped decades of entertainment history — often quietly, always with integrity, dogged determination, and purpose.

Seltzer’s career was one that movies are made from. Over the years, she represented a true who’s who of global icons, ranging from Richard Burton and Sean Connery to Robert Downey Jr. and Whitney Houston. She worked at the highest levels of Hollywood, even running the Academy Awards red carpet for many years. She navigated moments of triumph and vulnerability with a steady hand and unwavering discretion.

Nancy Seltzer never sought the spotlight. While she was widely regarded as one of the most respected publicists in the business, her deepest instinct was to protect others rather than promote herself. Where others might publicly catalog accomplishments, Nancy always refrained. She even turned down opportunities to share stories about her clients after their passing, honoring the sanctity of trust.

She wore publicist black like a uniform and kept the focus exactly where she believed it belonged: on her clients. Her integrity was contagious. Her protective instincts were legendary — maternal, fierce, and unflinching. Her wisdom, earned through decades of experience, was unmatched.

Those who worked alongside her understood the gravitas that she carried — and the grace with which she carried it.

“Public relations is the hardest job in show business,” Garth Brooks said of his friend and colleague. “She always handled every situation with the utmost class.”

In an industry built on visibility, Nancy Seltzer chose discretion. In a business driven by ego, she led with loyalty. And in moments that demanded strength, she offered calm.

Her absence will be deeply felt — not only for what she did, but for how she did it.