Spider-Man Producer Laura Ziskin Dies

Spider-Man Producer Laura Ziskin Dies

The woman who produced the Sam Raimi trilogy of Spider-Man films and The Amazing Spider-Man has passed at 61.

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By Zack1991 - Jun 12, 2011 09:06 PM EST

Filed Under: Spider-Man

Spider-Man producer Laura Ziskin has passed at the age of 61, following a 7-year battle with breast cancer.

Her Spider-Man films have grossed over $1.5 billion at the box office. Her final film to be produced is The Amazing Spider-Man. While Sony has yet to comment on her passing, it is expected that the film will be dedicated in her memory.

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