Ivan Reitman, the influential filmmaker and producer behind many of the most beloved comedies of the late 20th century, from “Animal House” to “Ghostbusters,” has died. He was 75. Reitman died peacefully in his sleep Saturday night at his home in Montecito, Calif., his family told The Associated Press.
Highlights
- Reitman passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday night, Feb.
- 12, 2022, at his home in Montecito, Calif., his family told The Associated Press.
- He was known for bawdy comedies that caught the spirit of their time.
- He directed Bill Murray in his first starring role in the summer camp flick “Meatballs,” and then again in 1981′s “Stripes.
- His most significant success came with 1984’s ‘Ghostbusters” starring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, Ernie Hudson, Sigourney Weaver and Rick Moranis.