Nancy Meyers has expressed her grief after the passing of her ex-husband, Charles Shyer, at the age of 83. The renowned director and screenwriter shared her heartfelt tribute on Instagram on December 29, 2024, alongside two nostalgic photos from an unknown film set.
Meyers and Shyer were married for nearly two decades, from 1980 to 1999, and had two daughters together, Annie (44) and Hallie (37). In a separate Instagram post, Hallie paid tribute to her father by sharing a photo and calling him “a complete original.”
Shyer passed away on December 27, 2024. His family issued a statement expressing their profound sorrow, stating that while his death leaves a “hole” in their lives, his remarkable legacy would endure. They acknowledged his incredible career and celebrated his contributions to film, noting that his influence would never be replicated.
Shyer’s legacy in the film industry is immense, with notable works like Father of the Bride, Baby Boom, and Irreconcilable Differences. Alongside Meyers, he co-directed Private Benjamin (1980) and The Parent Trap (1998), cementing their creative partnership before they each went on to direct successful films independently.
The tributes to Shyer poured in from friends and colleagues, including Kimberly Williams-Paisley, who starred in Father of the Bride. Williams-Paisley took to Instagram, expressing her gratitude to Shyer for jump-starting her career at the age of 19. She described Shyer and Meyers as her “Hollywood family” and shared her love and support for their family during this difficult time.
Hallie responded with a heartfelt “thank you,” while Annie added her own emotional tribute through a series of white heart emojis in the comment section.
Meyers’ tribute on Instagram also sparked an outpouring of support from various celebrities. Director Paul Feig expressed his condolences, offering love to Meyers in a comment. Actress Lindsay Lohan, who starred in The Parent Trap as one of Shyer’s twin characters, shared a red heart emoji to express her sympathy. Lohan later posted on her Instagram Story, recalling her fond memories of Shyer and sending her thoughts to his family.
Through these tributes, Shyer’s impact on the lives of those who worked with him and loved him is undeniable. His memory will undoubtedly live on through the films and the profound influence he had on the industry and those who knew him.
