Charles Shyer, Renowned Filmmaker, Passes Away at 83

Charles Shyer, who received an Oscar nomination for co-writing “Private Benjamin” alongside Nancy Meyers, and later directed a series of successful comedies such as “Father of the Bride” and “Baby Boom,” has died at the age of 83.

Family Statement

In a statement to Deadline, his family expressed, “It’s with an indescribably heavy heart that we share the news of our beloved father, Charles Shyer’s passing. His loss leaves an unfillable hole in our lives, but his legacy lives on through his children and the five decades of wonderful work he’s left behind. We honor the extraordinary life he led and know there will never be another quite like him.”

Collaboration with Nancy Meyers

Following his collaboration with Meyers, whom he married in the same year “Private Benjamin” was released, the duo received an Oscar nomination for original screenplay alongside Harvey Miller. This marked the beginning of a fruitful professional and personal partnership that yielded some of the most successful comedies of the 1980s and 1990s.

Notable Directorial Works

Shyer directed several notable films, including “Baby Boom” featuring Diane Keaton, “Father of the Bride” and its sequel “Father of the Bride Part II,” as well as “Irreconcilable Differences.”

Final Collaboration

Shyer and Meyers, who divorced in 1999, collaborated one last time on the successful 1998 film “The Parent Trap,” starring Lindsay Lohan.

Impact on Family Dynamics

In a 2020 interview with Variety, Shyer reflected on “The Parent Trap,” stating, “This movie had the fantasy of getting your parents back together. So many kids come from broken homes. I did, and I think it fulfilled that dream for kids.”

Later Projects

Shyer directed “The Affair of the Necklace” and co-wrote and directed the 2004 remake of “Alfie,” featuring Jude Law. He was also set to co-write and direct an adaptation of the classic children’s book “Eloise in Paris,” although the project was ultimately shelved.

Recent Works

His latest directing credit was for Netflix’s 2022 Christmas film “The Noel Diary,” and he co-wrote last year’s “Best. Christmas. Ever,” directed by Mary Lambert.

Background and Early Career

Born in Los Angeles, Shyer was the son of filmmaker Melville Shyer, a founding member of the Directors Guild of America who worked with D.W. Griffith. He attended UCLA and began his career with “The Odd Couple” producers Jerry Belson and Garry Marshall, eventually becoming the head writer for the popular sitcom. He also contributed to “Happy Days,” “The Partridge Family,” and “Barefoot in the Park” before transitioning to feature films.

Film Contributions

Shyer’s first feature credit was for writing the 1977 hit “Smokey and the Bandit,” starring Burt Reynolds. He also wrote “House Calls” and “Goin’ South,” which was both starred in and directed by Jack Nicholson.

Survived By

Shyer is survived by his daughters Hallie Meyers-Shyer, a director, Annie Meyers-Shyer, Sophia, and his son Jacob.

Person

Charles Shyer, Nancy Meyers, Harvey Miller, Diane Keaton, Steve Martin, Lindsay Lohan, Jude Law, Melville Shyer, Jerry Belson, Garry Marshall, Hallie Meyers-Shyer, Annie Meyers-Shyer, Sophia, Jacob

Company Names

Netflix, DGA

Titles

Private Benjamin, Father of the Bride, Baby Boom, The Parent Trap, The Affair of the Necklace, Alfie, Eloise in Paris, The Noel Diary, Best. Christmas. Ever, Smokey and the Bandit, House Calls, Goin’ South

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