Titanic and Avatar producer Jon Landau passes away at 63
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The film industry has been struck by a profound loss with the passing of Jon Landau, the Oscar-winning producer renowned for his collaboration with director James Cameron on cinematic masterpieces such as the Titanic and the Avatar series.
Landau's death at 63 has left a void in Hollywood that will be felt for years to come.
Alan Bergman, Disney Entertainment co-chairman, announced Landau's death without specifying the cause.
‘Jon was a visionary whose extraordinary talent and passion brought some of the most unforgettable stories to life on the big screen,’ Bergman said.
'His remarkable contributions to the film industry have left an indelible mark, and he will be profoundly missed. He was an iconic and successful producer yet an even better person and a true force of nature who inspired all around him.’
Landau's storied career began in the 1980s as a production manager. His keen eye for detail and ability to manage large-scale productions saw him rise through the ranks, culminating in his role as a producer on Titanic.
This partnership with Cameron on the epic romance-disaster film was a gamble that paid off spectacularly.
Titanic not only became the first movie to cross USD $1 billion (AUD $1.48 billion) in global box-office earnings but also won 11 Oscars, including Best Picture.
Landau's humility and self-awareness were evident when he said, 'I can’t act and I can’t compose and I can’t do visual effects. I guess that’s why I’m producing,' as he accepted the award alongside Cameron.
The dynamic duo of Landau and Cameron continued to push the boundaries of filmmaking.
Landau became a top executive at Cameron's Lightstorm Entertainment, where they achieved another monumental success with Avatar in 2009.
The sci-fi epic, which utilised groundbreaking 3D technology, surpassed Titanic to become the top-grossing film of all time, a title it still holds today.
Its sequel, Avatar: The Way of Water, has also made its mark, currently ranking third on the list of highest-grossing films.
Before his iconic partnership with Cameron, Landau made significant contributions to the industry as an executive vice president of feature movies at 20th Century Fox at 29.
During his tenure, he oversaw major hits such as Home Alone and its sequel, Mrs Doubtfire, and True Lies, where his collaboration with Cameron began.
Landau is survived by his wife of nearly 40 years, Julie, and their sons, Jamie and Jodie, who, along with the rest of the film community, mourn the loss of a true giant in the industry.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Landau's death at 63 has left a void in Hollywood that will be felt for years to come.
Alan Bergman, Disney Entertainment co-chairman, announced Landau's death without specifying the cause.
‘Jon was a visionary whose extraordinary talent and passion brought some of the most unforgettable stories to life on the big screen,’ Bergman said.
Titanic and Avatar producer Jon Landau passed away at 63. Credit: Shutterstock
'His remarkable contributions to the film industry have left an indelible mark, and he will be profoundly missed. He was an iconic and successful producer yet an even better person and a true force of nature who inspired all around him.’
Landau's storied career began in the 1980s as a production manager. His keen eye for detail and ability to manage large-scale productions saw him rise through the ranks, culminating in his role as a producer on Titanic.
This partnership with Cameron on the epic romance-disaster film was a gamble that paid off spectacularly.
Titanic not only became the first movie to cross USD $1 billion (AUD $1.48 billion) in global box-office earnings but also won 11 Oscars, including Best Picture.
Landau's humility and self-awareness were evident when he said, 'I can’t act and I can’t compose and I can’t do visual effects. I guess that’s why I’m producing,' as he accepted the award alongside Cameron.
The dynamic duo of Landau and Cameron continued to push the boundaries of filmmaking.
Landau became a top executive at Cameron's Lightstorm Entertainment, where they achieved another monumental success with Avatar in 2009.
The sci-fi epic, which utilised groundbreaking 3D technology, surpassed Titanic to become the top-grossing film of all time, a title it still holds today.
Its sequel, Avatar: The Way of Water, has also made its mark, currently ranking third on the list of highest-grossing films.
Before his iconic partnership with Cameron, Landau made significant contributions to the industry as an executive vice president of feature movies at 20th Century Fox at 29.
During his tenure, he oversaw major hits such as Home Alone and its sequel, Mrs Doubtfire, and True Lies, where his collaboration with Cameron began.
Landau is survived by his wife of nearly 40 years, Julie, and their sons, Jamie and Jodie, who, along with the rest of the film community, mourn the loss of a true giant in the industry.
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