La Brea, NBC’s gripping science-fiction drama series, has been struck with another sorrowful loss. On Wednesday, February 7, 2024, Peter Muston, a valued crew member of the La Brea production team, passed away at the age of 64. The news of his demise was announced in a poignant title card that concluded Season 3, Episode 5, which aired on the same day.
Peter Muston La Brea Obituary
La Brea, which follows the harrowing journey of individuals thrust into a prehistoric realm after a massive sinkhole opens near the La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles, has been capturing audiences since its premiere in 2021. As the series approaches its conclusion with the impending finale on Tuesday, February 13, the recent episodes have been marked by both on-screen and off-screen losses.
Who was Peter Muston La Brea?
Muston was honored with a title card at the end of La Brea Season 3, Episode 5, “The Road Home, Part 1.”
The aforementioned episode paid tribute to not only the fictional character Levi Delgado but also to the late Peter Muston, the production manager of La Brea. The title card at the end of Season 3, Episode 5, read, “In Loving Memory of Peter Muston,” marking a somber farewell to a vital contributor behind the scenes.
Muston was originally from Sydney, Australia. He started his television career as a location manager on the drama Stingers, which was set in Melbourne, in the 1990s.
Peter Muston, born on an unspecified date in 1959, worked on 20 episodes of La Brea from 2021 to 2023, showcasing his dedication and talent as a production manager. His involvement extended beyond La Brea, as he also contributed his skills to various other projects, including With Intent, Outland, Bed of Roses, Rush, and Satisfaction, where he took on roles such as producer and location manager.
Tragically, Peter Muston passed away on October 11, 2023, at Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, Australia. The cause of death was complications following a cardiac arrest. His death resonated beyond La Brea, as colleagues and friends took to social media to share their fond memories of Muston.
Kate McLennan, co-creator of the Prime Video show Deadloch, for which Muston served as a production manager, expressed her grief on Instagram, saying, “Vale Peter Muston. Musty was our Production Manager on Deadloch, and what a fun, warm, lovely human being he was.”
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As La Brea heads toward its series finale, viewers not only bid farewell to the captivating characters on screen but also to a behind-the-scenes talent who played a crucial role in bringing the show to life. The legacy of Peter Muston lives on through his contributions to the world of television, and he will be remembered for his warmth, dedication, and the mark he left on the entertainment industry.
Muston is survived by his wife Deb; his daughters Tilly and Alice; and his sisters Jo and Kerry.