{
  "id": 7039681,
  "title": "Oscar-winning film producer Jeremy Thomas passes away at 77",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/oscar-winning-film-producer-jeremy-thomas-passes-away-at-77",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-13T01:49:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/english/hollywood/news/oscar-winning-the-last-emperor-film-producer-jeremy-thomas-passes-away-at-77/articleshow/134170971.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Jeremy Thomas, the esteemed Oscar-winning film producer, has passed away at the age of 77, according to BBC. He breathed his last at his residence in Oxfordshire on Friday, surrounded by his family and loved ones. His publicist confirmed the news, sharing that he passed away peacefully. Since the news broke online, tributes have been pouring in from various corners of the film industry.\n\nRenowned director Terry Gilliam expressed his admiration for Thomas, stating, \"Jeremy Thomas loved making movies. He loved every aspect of the business, but most of all he loved directors. The list of those he worked with is almost endless, and I was one of the lucky ones. His taste in filmmaking spanned the globe.\" Stephen Woolley, another prominent figure in the industry, recalled their first meeting in 1981, praising Thomas for being a \"huge inspiration and a massively undervalued genius and necessary rebel in our industry.\"",
  "summary": "The film industry mourns the loss of veteran producer Jeremy Thomas, who has passed away in his home. Renowned for his extraordinary work on timeless films such as The Last Emperor, Thomas's dedication spanned over fifty years and earned him nine Academy Awards. His mark on cinema was profound, leaving behind a legacy that inspired many. Colleagues and collaborators now share heartfelt tributes…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}