Drew Struzan, widely considered the king of movie posters, has passed away at 78 on October 13, 2025. The news was confirmed by DrewStruzanArt, the official Instagram account. The post said, "It is with a heavy heart that I must tell you that Drew Struzan has moved on from this world as of yesterday, October 13th. I feel it is important that you all know how many times he expressed to me the joy he felt knowing how much you appreciated his art." Born on March 18, 1947, in Oregon City, Oregon, Struzan became an illustrator at an early age. His style was known for its iconic, majestic airbrush and rich, lavish colors.