Who was Jackie Burch?

Jackie Burch was a legendary casting director who worked on hit franchises like "Die Hard," "The Hunger Games," and "Predator".

What happened to Jackie Burch?

Jackie Burch passed away at the age of 74 on Sunday at her Atlanta home after a four-month battle with endometrial cancer.

How did Jackie Burch's work impact the film industry?

Burch was credited for launching the careers of action heroes like Bruce Willis into big-screen stardom through her casting work.

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Casting Icon Jackie Burch Dies at 74 After Cancer Fight

13 Oct, 2025

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Acclaimed casting director Jackie Burch dies at 74
Burch worked on hit franchises like 'Die Hard' and 'Hunger Games'
Credited for launching careers of action stars like Bruce Willis

Casting Icon Jackie Burch Dies at 74 After Cancer Fight

In a tragic loss for the entertainment industry, acclaimed casting director Jackie Burch has passed away at the age of 74. According to casting director Gail Goldberg, Burch died on Sunday at her Atlanta home following a four-month battle with endometrial cancer.

Burch's illustrious career spanned numerous hit films, working with iconic creators such as John Hughes, Peter Bogdanovich, Warren Beatty, and John Landis. She was particularly renowned for her work on action-packed franchises like 'Die Hard', 'Predator', and 'The Hunger Games', where she was credited for launching the careers of stars like Bruce Willis into big-screen stardom.

In the 2010s, Burch continued her legacy, taking on local casting roles for massive blockbuster films including 'Iron Man 3', the 'Hunger Games' series, and 'Ant-Man'. Her family described her as a "vibrant, charming, funny, special and incredibly loving" person, whose "generous spirit touched so many lives - professionally and personally."