Norman Jewison, the renowned director known for his work on films such as ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ and ‘Moonstruck,’ has passed away at the age of 97. Jewison had a long and successful career in the film industry, leaving behind a legacy of critically acclaimed movies.
Although Jewison’s most notable film is arguably the 1973 musical ‘Jesus Christ Superstar,’ he directed numerous other notable films throughout his career. Some of these include ‘Moonstruck,’ ‘In the Heat of the Night,’ and ‘The Hurricane.’ His filmography also includes ‘Fiddler on the Roof,’ ‘The Cincinnati Kid,’ ‘Rollerball,’ ‘And Justice for All,’ ‘Best Friends,’ ‘F.I.S.T.,’ ‘A Soldier’s Story,’ ‘Agnes of God,’ ‘In Country,’ ‘Only You,’ ‘Dinner with Friends,’ and many more.
While Jewison gained fame for his work in film, he actually began his career in television. He directed episodes for popular shows such as ‘The Big Party,’ ‘The Chevy Showroom Starring Andy Williams,’ ‘Your Hit Parade,’ and ‘The Revlon Revue,’ among others.
Throughout his career, Jewison received numerous accolades and nominations for his directorial work. He was nominated for three Oscars in three separate decades and received other prestigious awards, including a BAFTA and Lifetime Achievement Awards from various organizations.
Jewison’s death was confirmed by his team, although the exact cause of death was not provided. He passed away peacefully at home, leaving behind a remarkable body of work that has left a lasting impact on the film industry.
The loss of Norman Jewison is a significant one for the entertainment world. His contributions to film and television will be remembered and celebrated for years to come. Rest in peace, Norman Jewison.
