Daniel Selznick, Esteemed Producer and Hollywood Legacy, Passes Away at 88

Daniel Selznick, son of legendary film producers David O. Selznick and Irene Mayer Selznick, has died at age 88 in California. He was known for his contributions in film and theater, and produced the acclaimed documentary 'The Making of a Legend: Gone with the Wind.'

Daniel Selznick, a veteran Hollywood producer and son of legendary film figures David O. Selznick and Irene Mayer Selznick, has passed away at the age of 88. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that Selznick died of natural causes in California.

Born on May 18, 1936, in Los Angeles, Daniel Selznick graduated from Harvard University and attended the University of Geneva, completing graduate work at Brandeis University. His father, David O. Selznick, was behind iconic films such as 'Gone with the Wind' and 'King Kong,' while his mother, Irene, received accolades including a Tony Award nomination for the play 'The Chalk Garden.'

Daniel Selznick produced the award-winning documentary 'The Making of a Legend: Gone with the Wind,' alongside his older brother, Jeffrey Selznick. His television credits include the series 'Blood Feud,' 'Hoover vs. the Kennedys: The Second Civil War,' and 'Reagan's Way: Pathway to the Presidency,' which he also directed. Additionally, he directed the Louis B. Mayer Foundation and succeeded in theater, presenting works like 'The Man with the Perfect Wife.'

(With inputs from agencies.)