Hollywood’s renowned film poster artist, Drew Struzan, has been honored by top directors following his passing at the age of 78. The sad news was confirmed by his family on Monday via his official Instagram account. His brother, Greg Struzan, shared a heartfelt message expressing Drew’s appreciation for the love shown towards his art.
In a separate announcement, his family disclosed that Drew succumbed to Alzheimer’s Disease. Throughout his career, he designed posters for iconic movie franchises such as Star Wars, Back to the Future, Harry Potter, The Empire Strikes Back, The Goonies, The Shawshank Redemption, and The Thing.
After the news broke, industry giants like George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, and Guillermo Del Toro paid tribute to the late artist. Spielberg praised Drew’s ability to turn movie posters into art that resonated with audiences, creating lasting memories through his photorealistic imagery. Lucas commended Drew’s talent in capturing the essence and excitement of his films through illustrations.
Del Toro described Drew as a brilliant artist and a dear friend, emphasizing the loss felt by many in the artistic community. Spielberg once hailed Drew as his favorite movie artist, acknowledging the pressure to match the level of creativity and impact found in Drew’s work.
Earlier this year, Drew’s wife shared on Facebook about his battle with Alzheimer’s, mentioning the challenges he faced in expressing himself as the disease progressed. Despite his artistic contributions being limited, his legacy of love and beauty through his work remains a testament to his dedication to making the world a more beautiful place.
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