Lynda Obst, Producer of ‘Sleepless in Seattle’, ‘Interstellar’ and More, Dies of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Lynda Obst, the renowned producer known for iconic films like Sleepless in Seattle and Interstellar, has passed away at the age of 74 due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. She died at her Los Angeles home on October 22. Obst made a profound impact on the film industry, producing a variety of successful films across genres, from romantic comedies to science fiction, throughout her illustrious career. Kalen Gorman, Behind-the-Scenes Producer for ‘Glee’, Passes Away at 59 After Battle With Breast Cancer.

In a heartfelt statement, Lynda Obst’s younger brother, Rick Rosen, told Variety, “I was immensely proud of her. She was a trailblazer for women in the industry at a time when it was very difficult for women to have prominent roles. She was passionate about her work but even more passionate about her family.” Daniel Selznick, ‘Blood Feud’ Producer, Passes Away at 88.

Lynda Obst’s career took off in 1986 when she partnered with Debra Hill. After producing The Fisher King (1991), the duo parted ways, leading Obst to become an in-studio producer. She went on to produce several acclaimed films, including Sleepless in Seattle and The Siege. In 1989, she founded her own production company, Lynda Obst Productions, which was later renamed Obst/Rosen Productions in 2007. In 2014, Obst co-produced Interstellar alongside director Christopher Nolan, a significant milestone for her company. Beyond films, she also executive produced popular TV shows like The Soul Man, Hot in Cleveland and The Hot Zone.

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