Charles Shyer, ‘Father of the Bride’ and ‘Baby Boom’ Filmmaker, Dies at 83

Charles Shyer, ‘Father of the Bride’ and ‘Baby Boom’ Filmmaker, Dies at 83
Charles Shyer, the Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker in an undated photo. Hallie Meyers-Shyer via AP
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Charles Shyer, the Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker known for classic comedies like “Private Benjamin,” “Baby Boom,” and “Father of the Bride” that he made alongside Nancy Meyers, has died. He was 83.

Shyer died in Los Angeles on Friday, his daughter, filmmaker Hallie Meyers-Shyer told The Associated Press on Sunday. No cause was disclosed.