It seems like Hollywood is getting back-to-back sad news. It has not been a long time since we heard Dakota Fred Hurt, the popular Gold Rush Miner passed away at 80. People did not overcome the news that the death news of Daniel Goldberg, took the headlines.
The film industry is mourning the loss of Daniel Goldberg, a highly accomplished producer who played a pivotal role in the creation of iconic movies such as the entire trilogy of “The Hangover”, “Space Jam”, “Old School”, and numerous others. Daniel Goldberg also showcased his talent as a co-writer, notably collaborating on beloved comedies like “Stripes and Meatballs”, both of which starred the renowned actor Bill Murray.
Daniel Goldberg passed at the age of 74. The industry remembers him for his invaluable contribution and honors his lasting impact on cinema. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. Jason Reitman announced the sad news of Goldberg’s death in a statement. He wrote, “Daniel Goldberg is the writer and producer of some of your favorite films. He made a career of dangerous outsider comedies that often challenged comfort zones, yet he was one of the kindest and most gentle souls I’ve ever known. This morning, he passed away in Los Angeles.”
Remembering Daniel Goldberg’s legacy
Deadline received confirmation from filmmaker Jason Reitman, son of the late Ivan Reitman who directed Stripes and Meatballs, that Daniel Goldberg had passed away. The two filmmakers Reitman and Goldberg, had a longstanding connection that dated back to their college days in the 1960s. However, specific details about the circumstances surrounding Goldberg’s passing were not disclosed.
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For river three decades, Daniel Goldberg and Ivan Reitman formed a fruitful collaboration, working together on a wide range of films. Their joint ventures included the animated film “Heavy Metal” (1981), and the beloved toon/live-action hybrid “Space Jam” in 1996, featuring Michael Jordon alongside Looney Tunes characters. They also collaborated on “Junior”, a 1994 comedy starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as the world’s first pregnant man, with Danny DeVito and Emma Thompson. Additionally, their partnership produced the comedy “Father’s Day” in 1997, starring Robin Williams and Billy Crystal. The adventure film “Six Days Seven Nights” was released in 1998 starring Harrison Ford and Anne Heche. His remarkable collaboration also included the critically acclaimed biopic, “Private Parts” in 1997 based on Howard Stern’s life, which garnered attention during its promotion at the 1997 Cannes Film Festival.
The filmography continued with Road Trip in 2000, the sci-fi comedy Evolution featuring David Duchovny, Orlando Jones, Seann William Scott, and Julianne Moore, the thriller Killing Me Softly, starring Heather Graham and Joseph Fiennes, and the comedy Old School featuring Vince Vaughn, Luke Wilson, and Will Ferrell.
This phenomenal collaboration entertained audiences with their diverse and memorable projects.
Goldberg kicks started with Meatballs
Goldberg’s career took off with the success of Meatballs, a comedic film set in a summer camp, released in 1979. The raunchy nature of the movie, coupled with Bill Murray’s first major starring role after replacing Chevy Chase on Saturday Night Live, helped establish Goldberg’s presence in the industry. His involvement extended beyond producing, as he also wrote the screenplay for the second sequel, Meatballs III: Summer Job, containing the franchise’s comedic legacy. Goldberg’s contributions to the Meatballs series played a significant role in shaping his early career trajectory.
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After his involvement with Meatballs, Daniel Goldberg continued his success by producing the uproarious 1981 military comedy, Stripes, which starred the comedic talents of Bill Murray and Harold Ramis. This marked the beginning of a series of on-screen collaborations between Murray and Ramis that would later include their iconic roles in the first two “Ghostbusters” films.
These early successes paved the way for his producing career to soar, particularly gaining momentum in the mid-90s.
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