Ivan Reitman, director of Ghostbusters and Stripes dies at 75

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By Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Published: February 14, 2022 | 11:48 AM

Iconic movie producer and director Ivan Reitman has died at the age of 75.
Reitman died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Montecito, California, his family said in a statement on Sunday night, Feb. 13.
“Our family is grieving the unexpected loss of a husband, father, and grandfather who taught us to always seek the magic in life,” children Jason Reitman, Catherine Reitman and Caroline Reitman said in a joint statement.
“We take comfort that his work as a filmmaker brought laughter and happiness to countless others around the world. While we mourn privately, we hope those who knew him through his films will remember him always.”

Reitman worked on iconic comedies such as “Animal House” and “Ghostbusters”.

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About Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Tolulope Dolapo Thomas, BSc, is a Public Health Educator and Broadcast Journalist with extensive experience in radio and television. She specializes in Health Promotion, Sexual and Reproductive/Fertility Health, and Environmental Health. Certified in CPR and First Aid, Tolulope is passionate about empowering women through evidence-based public health education, fertility awareness, and community sensitization. She is currently pursuing an MSc in Public Health and is the founder of Everywoman Health by TD, a women-focused health platform dedicated to providing accurate, accessible, and trustworthy guidance for women at every stage of life.