Scott Spiegel , known for co-writing Evil Dead II (1987) and executive producing the Hostel franchise, has died. He was 67.

The horror legend’s death was announced by special effects makeup artist Robert Kurtzman and shared by Evil Dead star and Spiegel’s longtime friend Bruce Campbell , who lamented the death as “a big personal loss.”

“Scott Spiegel was a huge part of my formative years back in Michigan,” added Campbell on X . “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!”

A Three Stooges reference and Spiegel’s acting credit in the Evil Dead franchise, ‘Fake

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