Lindsay Lohan pays tribute to late 'Parent Trap' writer Charles Shyer

Lindsay Lohan is remembering the creative genius behind one of her most iconic roles.

Following the death of Charles Shyer, the co-writer of The Parent Trap, Lohan, 38, took to Instagram on December 29 to pay tribute to the iconic director.

“He will always be in my heart, as will all my fond memories of him,” she wrote, alongside a photo of them on set. “My thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”

Shyer, who passed away at age 83, was celebrated for his extensive contributions to Hollywood. As the ex-husband and creative partner of The Parent Trap director Nancy Meyers, Shyer co-wrote the beloved 1998 film that launched Lohan to stardom.

Meyers shared her own emotional tribute on Instagram with photos from their time working together, captioned simply, “Charles Shyer 1941–2024,” accompanied by a broken heart emoji.

In the comments, Lohan mirrored Meyers’ sentiment with her own broken heart emoji, while her mother Dina Lohan added, “So sorry for your loss.”

Shyer’s family confirmed his passing on December 27, expressing their profound grief in a statement to Deadline: “His loss leaves an unfillable hole in our lives, but his legacy lives on through his children and the five decades of wonderful work he’s left behind.”

The legendary writer and director leaves behind a career that shaped countless Hollywood classics, from Father of the Bride to Private Benjamin.