Heather Gray, The Talk executive director dead aged 50

Heather Gray, the executive producer of The Talk, passed away at age 50.

In an email to the "Talk family" on Monday morning, CBS shared the sad news of their cherished production director's passing.

The letter to staff members, which was signed by CBS President and CEO George Cheeks, President of CBS Studios David Stapf, President of CBS Network Entertainment Kelly Kahl, and other high-staff members, mentioned that Gray was "bravely battling an unforgiving disease" even though her cause of death has not been disclosed.

"Heather has been the heart and soul of The Talk from day one, her brilliance as an innovative producer was only outmatched by her huge smile and infectious laugh. She was an admired, beloved mama bear of your family and a leader that all looked up to,” read the email.

It continued, "Her contributions to the success of the show are immeasurable, but more importantly, she was a boss that proved you can lead with kindness, caring and friendship.”

“Heather was everyone's friend, everyone's champion, everyone's favorite person on the set. We will miss her terribly."

Gray joined The Talk in 2010, not long after the show's premiere.