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Charles Shyer, ‘Father of the Bride’ and ‘Private Benjamin’ Writer-Director, Dies at 83
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scrn loglineLegendary Hollywood writer-director Charles Shyer, known for iconic comedies like 'Father of the Bride' and 'Private Benjamin,' passes away at 83 after a brief illness.beat sheet- Shyer co-wrote and directed many of the biggest comedy hits of the '80s and '90s with ex-wife Nancy Meyers, including 'Baby Boom' and 'The Parent Trap' - a powerhouse creative duo that defined a generation of feel-good films.
- Despite his prolific filmography, Shyer maintained a relatively low profile in Hollywood, preferring to let his work speak for itself rather than courting the spotlight - a rarity for such an influential figure in the industry.
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Charles Shyer, ‘Father of the Bride’ and ‘Private Benjamin’ Writer-Director, Dies at 83
The WrapStory by Stephanie Kaloi
scrn logline
Legendary Hollywood writer-director Charles Shyer, known for iconic comedies like 'Father of the Bride' and 'Private Benjamin,' passes away at 83 after a brief illness.
beat sheet
- Shyer co-wrote and directed many of the biggest comedy hits of the '80s and '90s with ex-wife Nancy Meyers, including 'Baby Boom' and 'The Parent Trap' - a powerhouse creative duo that defined a generation of feel-good films.
- Despite his prolific filmography, Shyer maintained a relatively low profile in Hollywood, preferring to let his work speak for itself rather than courting the spotlight - a rarity for such an influential figure in the industry.
call sheet
Charles Shyer, Nancy Meyers, Father of The Bride, Private Benjamin, Father of the Bride, Baby Boom, Irreconcilable Differences, The Parent Trap, Private Benjamin