Renowned writer and filmmaker Charles Shyer, known for his work on beloved comedies such as “Private Benjamin,” “Baby Boom,” and “Father of the Bride,” has sadly passed away at the age of 83. Shyer, who was nominated for an Oscar, died in Los Angeles on Friday. The cause of his death has not been disclosed.
Shyer, a Hollywood legacy, was born in Los Angeles in 1941. He began his career in television, working on shows like “The Odd Couple” before transitioning to writing for films. One of his early successes was the comedy “Private Benjamin,” co-written with Nancy Meyers and Harvey Miller, which initially faced rejection from major studios but went on to become a hit in 1980.
