George Folsey Jr., Renowned Film Editor and Producer, Dies at 85

Folsey, known for his collaborations with John Landis on films like 'Animal House' and 'Coming to America,' passed away from pneumonia complications.

George Folsey Jr., a celebrated film editor and producer, died on December 29, 2024, in Los Angeles at the age of 85 due to complications from pneumonia.
He was the son of George J. Folsey, a 13-time Oscar-nominated cinematographer known for classics like 'Meet Me in St. Louis' and 'Forbidden Planet.'
Folsey's five-decade career included notable collaborations with director John Landis on films such as 'The Blues Brothers,' 'Animal House,' and the iconic music video for Michael Jackson's 'Thriller.'
He was among five defendants acquitted of manslaughter charges following a fatal helicopter crash on the set of 'Twilight Zone: The Movie' in 1982, which killed actor Vic Morrow and two child actors.
Folsey is survived by his wife, Belinda; his children, Ryan and Erin; and three granddaughters, leaving a legacy of influential work in film and television.