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Harlan Ellison

American writer (1934 – 2018).

Born May 27th, 1934 in Cleveland. [ref]

Died June 28th, 2018 at 84 years old in Los Angeles (cardiac arrest). [ref]

Occupations
film critic, journalist, literary critic, novelist, science fiction writer, screenwriter, writer
Wikipedia

Harlan Ellison passed away on June 28, 2018 at his home in Sherman Oaks, CA. He was 84 years old. Harlan was born on May 27, 1934 in Cleveland, OH, and was a well known and influential science fiction author. He wrote over 1,700 stories, essays, and articles over his prestigious career, which spanned seven decades. He received many awards for his work, including numerous Hugo and Nebula awards, as well as a Grammy Award and a New York Film Critics Award. Harlan will be remembered for his vivid and imaginative writing style. His works were groundbreaking and influential in the industry, as evidenced by his induction into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame and his title as the living author with the most works adapted into feature films. He is survived by his ex-wife, Susan Toth, and a countless number of fans around the world. Harlan’s memory will live on throughout the generations in his works and in the hearts of all of those who were touched by his writing.

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