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Daly dies at 71

Terminator producer John loses battle with cancer.

by Amber Wilkinson

British film producer John Daly has died, aged 71.

The filmmaker - who was behind hits such including The Terminator, Platoon and The Last Emperor - passed away on Friday in Los Angeles after a long battle with cancer.

During his career, the London-born producer helped realise films that earned 13 best picture Oscars and 21 nominations.

He is also credited with launching the careers of a string of stars, including Julia Roberts, Keanu Reeves and Denzel Washington.

Daly was chairman of Film and Entertainment.

Film and Entertainment Chief Executive Lawrence Lottman said: "John was truly a giant in the industry who changed filmmaking for the better."

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