Titanic and Avatar Producer Jon Landau Passes Away at Age 63
Entertainment | July 7, 2024, 8:53 a.m.
Jon Landau, a celebrated producer and close collaborator of director James Cameron, passed away at the age of 63 in Los Angeles. Known for their work on blockbusters such as "Titanic" and the two "Avatar" films, Landau and Cameron made cinematic history with their record-breaking box office successes. "Titanic" was the first movie to surpass $1 billion globally in earnings, with its total of $1.84 billion being surpassed by their next collaboration, "Avatar." The duo's work on "Titanic" earned them 11 Oscars, including Best Picture. Landau's death was confirmed by his family, though no cause was provided. His legacy will endure through the timeless films he helped create, solidifying his reputation as one of the most influential and successful producers in the industry.