Sad News, Ghostbusters: Afterlife Director Ivan Reitman Passes Away

Ivan Reitman (screenshot)

JAKARTA - The director of Ghostbusters, Ivan Reitman, passed away on Saturday, February 12, United States time.

"Our family mourns the loss of our husband, father and grandfather who taught us to always seek the magic in life," said a family representative, according to Deadline.

The Reitmans hope the public will respect their decision to grieve in private. But they will remember his father's work through the films he made and shared with the world.

"We are comforted that his work as a filmmaker brings laughter and joy to many people around the world," he continued.

Ivan Reitman who was born on October 27, 1946 moved to Canada from Toronto. He first produced the National Lampoon's Animal House in 1978.

Because of his comedic side, Ivan Reitman is trusted to direct various comedy films such as Twins, Kindergarten Cop, Dave, Space Jam, and No Strings Attached.

Among his works, Ivan Reitman is best known for the 1984 film Ghostbusters. At that time, this horror comedy was the highest-grossing film in the year it was released.

Reitman continues to be involved in new Ghostbusters films, including 2021's Ghostbusters: Afterlife for which he is a producer. He also produced Space Jam: A New Legacy.

Ivan Reitman's departure is also remembered by a number of colleagues in the entertainment world. McKenna Grace, Carrie Coon, Kumail Nanjiani, Rosanna Arquette sent their condolences via social media.