Horror Writer Scott Spiegel Dies Age 67

Scott Spiegel, a celebrated writer and director known for co-writing Evil Dead II and executive producing the Hostel franchise, has died at the age of 67. Spiegel was a longtime collaborator and friend of Bruce Campbell and director Sam Raimi, sharing roots from their early days in Michigan and frequent collaborations throughout their careers. He also made appearances in several Raimi films, including Spider-Man 2 and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, and directed cult favorites like Intruder and From Dusk Till Dawn 2. Special effects artist Robert Kurtzman and Campbell both paid heartfelt tributes, highlighting Spiegel's humor, creativity, and impact on the horror genre. Beyond horror, Spiegel co-wrote Clint Eastwood's The Rookie and played a role in introducing Quentin Tarantino to key producers. His death is widely mourned as a significant loss to the filmmaking and horror communities.