It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the esteemed Hollywood figure, Jay Weston, who recently left us on February 28, 2023, at the age of 93.
Since news of his passing broke, heartfelt tributes have flooded in from around the world, with many people taking to social media to express their condolences to his family.
Jay Weston’s remarkable work as a producer and his notable contributions to the film industry and the world as a whole has been acknowledged and appreciated by the entertainment industry.
His legacy will undoubtedly live on, inspiring future generations in the film setting.
Jay Weston was a prolific producer who worked on several notable films, including “Lady Sings the Blues,” “Crimes of the Heart,” and “The Stepford Wives.” He was also a prolific writer and food critic, contributing to publications such as the Los Angeles Times and The Huffington Post.
Jay Weston top movies and TV shows
The nonagenarian was a prolific producer in the film industry, and his career spanned several decades. He worked on numerous notable movies and TV shows, and some of his top works include:
Lady Sings the Blues (1972), The Four Seasons (1981), The Stepford Wives (1975), The Nanny Diaries (2007), The Cotton Club (1984), Crimes of the Heart (1986), A Chorus Line (1985) and The Mountain Men (1980) are some of his well-known films.
In addition to his work as a producer, Jay Weston also appeared in a few movies and TV shows as an actor. Some of his notable acting credits include “Murder, She Wrote,” “The Commish,” and “The Paper Chase.”
Jay Weston awards and nominations
Jay Weston’s long and distinguished career in the film industry was met with several awards and nominations. Some of his notable accolades include:
1.Academy Award nomination for Best Picture for “Lady Sings the Blues” (1972)
2.Golden Globe nomination for Best Motion Picture – Drama for “Lady Sings the Blues” (1972)
3.Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Program for “Night of 100 Stars” (1982)
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