Tributes pour in as Evil Dead II writer Scott Spiegel dies at 67

Scott Spiegel, co-writer of Evil Dead II, has died at the age of 67, according to a report in TMZ.

The news of his death was confirmed by Robert Kurtzman on social media, a member of the special effects makeup crew from Evil Dead II. His post was re-shared by Spiegel’s friend, and actor, Bruce Campbell on X, who wrote:

“This is a big personal loss. Scott Spiegel was a huge part of my formative years back in Michigan. From Sunday School to being stock boys together, to Evil Dead II, which Scott co-wrote, I can’t look in the rear view mirror without seeing this unique guy doing cheap gags. I’m grateful for the treasure trove of happy memories. Keep Shemping, Scott!”

Although no cause of death has been announced yet for the writer, reports emerged on social media last month stating that Scott Spiegel was on life support. A friend added that he hadn’t been expected to make it, according to a report in The Mirror.

Continue to read who are remembering Spiegel on his demise.

Tributes pour in after news of Scott Spiegel's death

Scott Spiegel built up his reputation as a filmmaker through his collaboration on cult horror films. In addition to writing a screenplay with Sam Raimi, he is known for executive producing the Hostel franchise. He also wrote and directed the 1989 slasher, Intruder.

Throughout his career, he formed lifelong connections with famous Hollywood celebrities such as Bruce Campbell, Sam Raimi, Quentin Tarantino, and Eli Roth, according to a report in The New York Times.

Spiegel’s fans and friends are mourning his demise in heartfelt posts. On social media, he is being famously remembered as the rooftop pizza thief in Spider-Man 2. Let’s take a look at the tributes.

A user wrote on X,

“He may not have been in the spotlight, but without Scott Spiegel, horror and Raimi films wouldn’t be the same. Rest easy, maestro.”

“As I understand it, he played a huge role in writing some of the greatest horror movie ever. Many thanks to him, may he rest in peace.” Another added.

“Scott Spiegel was a creative force behind some of my absolute favorite films… May he rest in peace.” A user said.

“Scott Spiegel’s influence, especially on the horror genre, cannot be understated. May he rest in peace, and I heavily urge everyone to watch his wonderful and underrated film INTRUDER.” Someone else wrote on X.

“Ive been watching this guy ever since i was a kid. In a very small way, time after time, that slice of pizza being whisked away by a spider web… he was part of my childhood”, a netizen reacted.

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“Genuinely gutted to hear that horror legend Scott 'Scotty' Spiegel is no longer with us. Have revised tomorrow's line-up announcement to Evil Dead 2 on repeat for 3 days. RIP dude”, another person wrote.

Spiegel is also credited for some of the best movies such as From Dusk Till Dawn 2: Texas Blood Money, Robot Ninja, The Quick and the Dead, Darkman, Dr Strange, and the Multiverse of Madness.

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