American filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer (1970-2024).
Born November 7th, 1970 in Parkersburg.
Died May 23rd, 2024 at 53 years old in Upstate New York (cancer). [ref]
On May 23, 2024, Morgan Spurlock passed away at the age of 53. He was born on November 7, 1970, in Parkersburg, West Virginia to Wayne and Phyllis Spurlock. Throughout his life, Spurlock was known as a talented and innovative filmmaker, producer, and writer. He gained worldwide recognition for his thought-provoking and controversial documentaries, most notably "Super Size Me" which documented his own experiment with eating only fast food for 30 days. Prior to his career in film, Spurlock attended New York University where he received a degree in film production. He then went on to work in television, producing and hosting shows such as "I Bet You Will" and "30 Days". Despite criticism and controversy surrounding some of his projects, Spurlock remained dedicated to using his platform to shed light on important social issues. He was a passionate advocate for healthy living and environmental causes, and his impact was felt both on and off the screen. In addition to his successful career, Spurlock was a loving husband to his wife and a devoted father to his two children. He will be remembered for his humor, wit, and unwavering commitment to his beliefs. He leaves behind a legacy of groundbreaking work and will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and the film industry.
To the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure. J.K. Rowling