The Demise of Jon Landau Has Struck the Hollywood Industry
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Jon Landau, 63, died on Friday after suffering from cancer for more than a year. His sister Tina announced his death on social media, praising him as the best brother and expressing pride and gratitude for his life and work.
Landau was the son of Hollywood producers Ely and Edie Landau and worked as an executive at 20th Century Fox, overseeing films like The Last of the Mohicans and Die Hard 2.
He was also the producing partner of James Cameron, contributing to the success of Titanic, Avatar, and Avatar: The Way of Water. His work didn’t stop after these successful movies; he also co-produced other hit films such as Honey, I Shrunk the Kids and Dick Tracy and held a management role at Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment.
After hearing of Jon Landau’s demise, Cameron told The Hollywood Reporter, “A great producer and a great human being has left us. Jon Landau believed in the dream of cinema. He believed that film is the ultimate human art form, and to make films you have to first be human yourself.”
Director Sir Peter Jackson and his screenwriter wife Fran Walsh expressed their devastation and acknowledged Landau’s passion and lasting influence. “Jon brought unparalleled passion to the projects he worked on and his influence will continue to inspire for years to come,” the couple mentioned.
Actor Zoe Saldaña, who starred in the Avatar films, shared her gratitude for Landau’s wisdom and support, noting the profound impact he had on many lives. “Your wisdom and support shaped so many of us in ways we will always be grateful for.”
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