Oscar-winning Titanic and Avatar producer Jon Landau dies

Jon Landau, an Oscar-winning producer who worked closely with director James Cameron on three of the biggest blockbusters of all time, “Titanic” and two “Avatar” films, has died. He was 63. Landau's family announced his death Saturday.

Jon Landau, the film producer who won an Oscar for "Titanic" and who also produced "Avatar" and "Avatar: The Way of Water," has died, according to his family. Landau passed away in Los Angeles on July 5, according to his obituary. He was 63.

Avatar is an American epic science fiction media franchise created by James Cameron and Jon Landau, which began with the eponymous 2009 film. Produced by Lightstorm Entertainment and distributed by 20th Century Studios, and consists of associated merchandise, video games, and theme park attractions.