Director George A. Romero Dead at 77, Celebrities Pay Tribute
Legendary writer and director George A. Romero has passed away from a “brief but aggressive battle with lung cancer,” on Sunday (July 16), the Los Angeles Times has confirmed.
His wife Suzanne Desrocher Romero, and daughter, Tina Romero were by his side.
Often referred to as the Father of Zombie films, George is responsible for some of the most memorable zombie films including Night of the Living Dead, Dawn of the Dead, Day of the Dead, Land of the Dead, Diary of the Dead, and Survival of the Dead.
Celebrities have been paying tribute since the sad news was confirmed.
Sad to hear my favorite collaborator–and good old friend–George Romero has died. George, there will never be another like you.
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) July 16, 2017
Click inside to read more tributes…
Just heard the news about George Romero. Hard to quantify how much he inspired me & what he did for cinema. Condolences to his family. ❤️
— Eli Roth (@eliroth) July 16, 2017
R.I.P. George Romero. A true legend. Started a new genre on his own. Who else can claim that?
— Kumail Nanjiani (@kumailn) July 16, 2017
RIP #GeorgeRomero. You made me want to make movies, and helped me to find meaning in monsters. Thank you. I love you.
— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) July 16, 2017
George Romero's "Night Of The Living Dead" was one of the six midnight movies that changed the world. Hope to see you again. As the undead. pic.twitter.com/oQVL90fizu
— Jake Fogelnest (@jakefogelnest) July 16, 2017