Harold Ramis passes away

[Silver Shocker]

Writer/Director/Actor Harold Ramis has passed away at the age of 69.  
He worked on films such as Ghostbusters 1 and 2, Groundhog Day, Caddyshack, and National Lampoon's Animal House.
This is especially sad for me as Ghostbusters is my favorite film of all time, and fellow Ghostbuster Dan Ackroyd has been enthusiastic about getting a third film made. At this point I don't know if it will or even if it should, it wouldn't be the same without Ramis, as he not only acted in it, but co-created it.

He will be missed.

[Talavar]

Definitely a major comedy talent gone too soon.

[hoss20]

I caught the end of this week's Colbert Report and saw Stephen Colbert pay homage to Ramis. I was afraid that this was the reason. Because Ramis did so much work behind the scenes, I think a lot of people forget or just don't realize how many classic comedies he wrote/produced/directed.

[BentonGrey]

I imagine you're probably right, Hoss.  He was an extremely talented and funny guy, and I will certainly miss his particular brand of wit.  Goodby Egon!
http://global3.memecdn.com/ghostbusters-say-goodbye-egon-but-not-forgotten_c_2873987.jpg

[Cyber Burn]

Yeah, I was really upset when I read about this yesterday, such a loss to not only the entertainment industry, but to his fans as well. My prayers definitely go out to his family and friends.

Personally, "Groundhog's Day" is one of my favorite movies, I watch it at least once a month. I loved "Ghostbusters" as well, but after this, I really hope that they don't make a 3rd one.

[Podmark]

This makes me sad 
Ghostbusters is one of my favorite films growing up and seeing all the actors so old and Ramis passing now, kind of puts time into perspective.

[Uncle Yuan]

For me it was Stripes, with Caddyshack in close second.  Such a talented guy!

[Glitch Girl]

Deeply saddened by this.  Very talented and funny guy.  I agree with Cyber Burn, I kinda hope they don't make another Ghostbusters after this.  Just won't be the same.

[Tortuga]

SCTV. 'Nuff said.

[lugaru]

Deeply saddened by this.  Very talented and funny guy.  I agree with Cyber Burn, I kinda hope they don't make another Ghostbusters after this.  Just won't be the same.

It blows my mind that they never did, I wonder if Ramis was somehow standing in the way.

Honestly I love all the movies inspired the by tone of ghostbusters (men in black, evolution), but a third ghost busters movie would very likely just not be good.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1289401/?ref_=nm_flmg_prd_1

At least it seems to be in development hell.