Chuck Russell, a legendary director behind the 1994 film The Mask, has died at the age of 74, TMZ reports.
His family told the outlet that he died on Wednesday, July 22, at his San Diego-area home. The local fire department responded to his home in the afternoon after receiving a report of a medical emergency for an unconscious male.
His cause of death is unknown at this time.
TMZ added that his family is flying to California to learn more about his sudden death.
During his career, he worked with many talented actors, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Dwayne Johnson, and Jim Carrey. Specifically, Russell served as a director on 1987's A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors, as well as having written and directed The Blob in 1988. He's also known for 1996's Eraser, 2002's The Scorpion King, 2016's I Am Wrath, and Paradise City. His final film was a remake of the 1986 film Witchboard, which he did in 2024.
Following his passing, many paid tribute, including Warner Bros. Entertainment.
"Remembering Chuck Russell," the film studio shared on social media with a photo of the director.
"Shocked to learn of the passing of my friend Chuck Russell. He was a visionary filmmaker, who I believe had just embarked on a new chapter in his storied career. I will miss our long chats about movies and music. Mask, Blob, Nightmare 3. Eraser. Classics, all. RIP, friend," composer Bear McCreary posted.
"Sad to hear of filmmaker Chuck Russell’s death. Spoke w/ him a few months ago & he couldn’t have been kinder & more gracious. A versatile talent, able to nimbly negotiate tones to amp up horror, drama & action. My deepest sympathies to his daughters & family," film critic Courtney Howard commented.
Russell is survived by his wife, Ania, and his children Riley and Carlyn, as well as his sister Anne Jacob.
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