Marvelous Matty Simmons, the co-founder of National Lampoon, who also produced Animal House and the Vacation movies has passed away at 93

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His projects were very influential in the style of comedy that still defines so much of our movies and TV today

luckily his work will make us laugh forever.

Matty Simmons, ‘National Lampoon’ Co-Founder and ‘Animal House’ Producer, Dies at 93

Matty Simmons, who co-founded the 'National Lampoon' magazine and produced films including 'Animal House' and the 'Vacation' movies starring Chevy Chase, died Wednesday, his daughter announced. He was 93.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

Matty Simmons, a Force Behind ‘Animal House,’ Is Dead at 93 (Published 2020)

He helped get National Lampoon off the ground and was a producer of the Lampoon franchise’s hit movies.

www.nytimes.com