The fiction writer of haunted scientific and horror Richard Matheson died at the age of 87 years. He left a wife Ruth Ann Woodson and his three children. The author was born in Allendale New Jersey by Norwegian immigrant parents. He grew up in Brooklyn and served in World War II.
His writings have become classic eternal fans who include fans in various generations. His work was written that my legend was adapted to the screen three times, the most recently starring Will Smith in 2007. He also wrote for several television series including Twilight Zone, Alfred Hitchock Hour, Night Gallery and Star Trek. Matheson also wrote several adaptations of Edgar Allan Poe, including “House of Usher,” “The Pit and The Pendulum” and “The Raven,” for filmmakers Roger Corman.
Matheson has been scheduled to receive the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films’ Visionary Award during the Saturn Awards on Wednesday. The award will be presented by Anumerta, and the event will now be dedicated to him.
Three Matheson children followed his footsteps and became screenplay writers and fiction novels.
