Renowned Oscar-Winning Producer Jon Landau Passes Away at Age 63: Remembering His Blockbuster Hits 'Titanic' and 'Avatar'
Entertainment | July 6, 2024, 5:43 p.m.
Renowned Hollywood producer Jon Landau, known for his work on blockbuster hits like "Titanic," "Avatar," and its sequel "The Way of Water," has passed away at the age of 63. Disney Entertainment co-chairman Alan Bergman described Landau as a visionary whose talent and passion brought unforgettable stories to life on the big screen. Landau began his career in the 1980s, working on classics like "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids" and "Dick Tracy" before becoming a trusted collaborator of director James Cameron. Landau's impact on the film industry was profound, and his legacy will be deeply missed. Despite changes in the entertainment industry, Landau believed that people turn to movies to escape the world around them. He leaves behind a remarkable body of work and is survived by his wife, two sons, and siblings.