David Matalon, a founding member of TriStar Pictures and producer of films like “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape” and “Hear No Evil,” died on Dec. 2 in his Beverly Hills home, Variety has learned. He was 82. Born in 1943, Matalon began his career at Columbia Pictures International. He worked his way up to executive vice […]
David Matalon, ‘What’s Eating Gilbert Grape’ Producer and TriStar Co-Founder, Dies At 82
Dec 2, 2025 | 7:29 PM