Roger Ebert, probably the most well known film critic there is, has died at the age of 70 after a long battle with cancer.
The news comes just after Ebert announced that he would be taking “a leave of presence” as his cancer returned. In his post on his blog at the Chicago Sun-Times site, Ebert wrote:
At this point in my life, in addition to writing about movies, I may write about what it’s like to cope with health challenges and the limitations they can force upon you. It really stinks that the cancer has returned and that I have spent too many days in the hospital. So on bad days I may write about the vulnerability that accompanies illness. On good days, I may wax ecstatic about a movie so good it transports me beyond illness.
Some notable remarks from the Twitterverse:
It is with a heavy heart we report that legendary film critic Roger Ebert (@ebertchicago) has passed away
— Suntimes (@Suntimes) April 4, 2013
We join the world in deep sadness at the loss of a true champion of film, Roger Ebert. His true love of artists was as giant as his talent.
— SundanceFilmFestival (@sundancefest) April 4, 2013
Roger Ebert was a wonderful friend for 30 years, never stopped using his brilliant mind, and made one hell of a fresh salsa
— Steve Dahl (@SteveDahlShow) April 4, 2013
“This is my happening and it freaks me out”. Roger Ebert wrote the truly incredible Beyond The Valley Of The Dolls. He is beyond a legend.
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) April 4, 2013
Ever a class act, @ebertchicago made me love movies even more. bit.ly/Y0z147 #RIP
— Seth Green (@SethGreen) April 4, 2013
RIP Ebert. You inspired my joy for film with your contagious enthusiasm and spirit.
— Josh Gad (@joshgad) April 4, 2013
I was awakened with the news that my friend Roger Ebert has died. I can not express the sadness I feel. Roger was one of a kind.
— Harry Knowles (@headgeek666) April 4, 2013
Roger Ebert. Millions of thumbs up for you. RIP
— Michael Moore (@MMFlint) April 4, 2013
RIP the inspiring Roger Ebert. One of the greats.
— Anthony Bourdain (@Bourdain) April 4, 2013
Roger Ebert R.I.P. See you at the movies.
— Michael Ian Black (@michaelianblack) April 4, 2013
RIP Roger Ebert. A beautiful man.
— Kevin Allison (@TheKevinAllison) April 4, 2013
All best thoughts to Roger Ebert who’s undergoing another battle. He’s been a part of my life for my whole career. marquee.blogs.cnn.com/2013/04/03/rog…
— Steve Martin (@SteveMartinToGo) April 3, 2013
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