By Clay Risen Charles Shyer, who co-wrote and directed a long string of hit comedies, including “Private Benjamin,” “Baby Boom” and “Father of the Bride” — many of which featured ...

Charles Shyer, the Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker known for classic comedies like “Private Benjamin,” “Baby Boom” and “Father of the Bride” that he made alongside Nancy Meyers ...

Charles Shyer, the Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker known for classic comedies like "Private Benjamin," "Baby Boom" and "Father of the Bride" which he made alongside Nancy Meyers, has died.