Award-winning film editor David Brenner has died at the age of 59, Variety confirmed.
The Hollywood icon – who worked on dozens of blockbuster movies including Zack Snyder’s Justice League – passed away at his home in West Hollywood on Thursday (17 February) afternoon, his wife confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter.
The acclaimed editor won an Oscar for his work on Oliver Stone’s Born On the Fourth of July back in 1990 which he shared with co-editor Joe Hutshing.
Following the tragic news of his death, the American Cinema Editors – which David was a member of throughout his career – have since created a GoFundMe page for fans to donate money to help his loving family at this difficult time.
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Since the account was created less than 24 hours ago, the page has raised more than $46,000 (£33,800) and continues to climb.
The exclusive group released a touching statement following his death, saying: “He was an extraordinary editor and a loving, compassionate family man.
“In an effort to support David’s family during this terrible time, Lightstorm Entertainment has created a GoFundMe account.
“More important than any financial assistance this may provide, it’s an opportunity to let his wife Amber and his children Annie, Haider, and Sasha know how many other lives David touched.”
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After the news of his death started to circulate online, Zack Snyder – who he collaborated with him on 2013’s Man of Steel – paid a touching tribute to the late editor on social media.
He penned on Vero: “Devastated by the news that I lost my dear friend and collaborator David Brenner … The kindest man, A loving father and husband, A gifted artist … you’ll be deeply missed.”
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Roland Emmerich – who he worked with on Independence Day, The Patriot, The Day After Tomorrow and 2012 – shared a loving tribute on Facebook.
He wrote: “Our deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences to Amber, Anna, Haider and Sasha on the sad and tragic passing of OSCAR – winning film editor David Brenner, a beloved husband and father, as well as dear and very gifted friend.”
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