Gary L. Pudney, the entertainment executive who spent two decades with ABC Television, has died. He was 91. Pudney died peacefully on Monday surrounded by his family. During his tenure with ABC Television, he became the senior vp of specials, talent and special projects, where he produced and supervised a plethora of award-winning programming, including the Academy Awards, American Music Awards, Emmy Awards, American Comedy Awards, the International Special Olympics Opening Ceremonies and ABC’s 50th Anniversary celebration at Radio City Music Hall. Pudney oversaw specials including Julie Andrews’ Sound of Christmas , the “Royal Gala” honoring HRH Prince Charles and Princess Diana, Night of 100 Stars and Rolling Stone magazine anniversary celebrations.…