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Michael Crichton Has Died

bio.gifThe author of the classic novels Jurassic Park and The Andromeda Strain has died.

The award-winning producer, novelist and screenwriter Michael Crichton passed away in Los Angeles. According to a statement from his family, the author died after “after a courageous and private battle against cancer.”

He will also be remembered as the creator of ER, a Peabody and Emmy-winning medical drama. Read more:

“‘Through his books, Michael Crichton served as an inspiration to students of all ages, challenged scientists in many fields, and illuminated the mysteries of the world in a way we could all understand,’ [his family] said.”

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