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Jon Landau, one of the most successful film producers of all time, died in Los Angeles on July 5 after a 16-month battle with cancer. deadline He was reportedly only 63 years old.
Frances Fisher, who starred in Titanic, broke the news of Landau’s death XShe simply wrote, “Rest in peace, John.”
Landau’s resume includes producing James Cameron’s Oscar-winning films Titanic (1997), Avatar (2009) and Avatar: The Way of Water (2022). All three films have grossed over $1 billion at the box office, earning Landau a place in the top five grossing films of all time three times.
The next three Avatar sequels, which he produced, are scheduled for posthumous release starting in 2025.
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Cameron recalled Landau: statement On Saturday, he said, “The Avatar family is mourning the loss of our friend and leader, Jon Landau. His quirky humor, magnetic ability, generosity of spirit and fierceness have been at the heart of our Avatar universe for almost two decades. His legacy is not just the films he produced, but the personal example he set: indomitable, compassionate, inclusive, tireless, insightful and utterly unique. He produced great films not by wielding power, but by spreading warmth and the joy of moviemaking. He inspired all of us to do our best every day. I have lost a dear friend and my closest collaborator of 31 years. A part of me is torn apart.”
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“Titanic” star Leonardo DiCaprio echoed Cameron’s sentiments on Sunday, saying: statement“John was an incredibly kind, wise and compassionate man. He always wanted to make a positive impact on anyone and anything he came close to. His accomplishments and leadership will live on forever. Condolences to his entire family. Rest in peace. You will be greatly missed.”
Kate Winslet, star of “Titanic” and “Avatar” I remembered “His passion for filmmaking only grew with age,” she said. She called him “the kindest, most extraordinary man. He was compassionate and great at supporting and nurturing teams of extraordinary creative people. His strength in life was that he knew the importance of family, both at home and at work.”
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Sam Worthington, star of both Avatar films, statement“John had a kind heart. He made everything and everyone he touched feel like they could be better. He led with humor and strength, compassion and kindness. People say all energy is borrowed and must be given back someday. John, I see you.”
Landau was born in New York on July 23, 1960. Other films he has produced include the camp classic “Campus Man” (1987), “Solaris” (2002) and “Alita: Battle Angel” (2019).
He served as co-producer on the hits “Honey, We’re Kids” (1989) and “Dick Tracy” (1990).
He was married for nearly 40 years and is survived by his wife, Julie, and two sons.
