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Morgan Spurlock's Cause of Death, Wiki, Age, Career and More

Morgan Spurlock died due to complications of cancer, on Thursday in upstate New York his death is confirmed by his family.

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Updated May 25, 2024

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Morgan Spurlock's Cause of Death, Wiki, Age, Career and More

Morgan Spurlock's Cause of Death

Morgan Spurlock died due to complications of cancer, on Thursday in upstate New York his death is confirmed by his family. Craig Spurlock, who worked with his brother on several projects says “It was a sad day, as we said goodbye to my brother Morgan,” “Morgan gave so much through his art, ideas and generosity. Today the world has lost a true creative genius and a special man. I am so proud to have worked together with him.”

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With "Super Size Me," Morgan became famous by fasting solely on McDonald's food for a month and disclosing health problems. In 2017, when he admitted to earlier transgressions and battled alcohol problems, Morgan Spurlock's career came to an end.

In his powerful documentaries, he addressed a wide range of societal concerns, including corporate influence, war, and nutrition. In 1970 he began Warrior Poets after graduating from New York University and was born in West Virginia. Morgan Spurlock passed away in the arms of his parents, siblings, children, and ex-spouses, but his legacy lives on thanks to his contributions to documentary filmmaking.

Morgan Spurlock's Cause of Death, Wiki, Age, Career and More

Wiki

Morgan Spurlock’s full name is Morgan Valentine Spurlock. He was an American filmmaker, playwright, screenwriter, and TV producer known for his impactful documentaries. He directed 23 films and produced nearly 70 during his career.

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In 2004, his most famous work, "Super Size Me", gained acclaim and was nominated for an Academy Award. Spurlock also worked on other notable documentaries like "Where in the World Is Osama bin Laden?" in 2008 and "One Direction: This Is Us" in 2013. He was the executive producer and star of the TV series "30 Days" and he hosted "Morgan Spurlock Inside Man" on CNN. he also co-founded Cinelan, a short-film content marketing company.

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Name Morgan Valentine Spurlock
DOB Born on November 7, 1970
Died on May 23, 2024 (aged 53)
Occupation television producer,

Film director,

Playwright,

screenwriter.

Spouse Priscilla Sommer ​(m. 1996; div. 2003)​

Alex Jamieson ​(m. 2006; div. 2011)

Sara Bernstein (m. 2016; div. 2024)​

Children 2

Age

During the time of Morgan Spurlock's death, he was 53 years old. He was born on November 7, 1970. He passed away on 23rd May 2024.

Career

Morgan Spurlock Was an American Filmmaker. He was well known for his plays, documentaries, and television productions. For directing impactful documentaries like "Super Size Me" in 2004 he also gained Recognition, which tackled issues like fast food and health. He also entered into TV with shows like "30 Days" and "Morgan Spurlock's Inside Man”. He was a co-founder of Warrior Poets, a production company that served as the foundation for his filmmaking career.

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He also created innovative content such as "I Bet You Will" for MTV, blending stunts with social commentary. Morgan worked in a variety of genres, including comic examinations of men's grooming practices and documentaries that examined terrorism. But in 2017, after he came clean about his prior sexual misbehavior, his career took a hit and he had to quit several projects. Spurlock kept creating thought-provoking content despite this setback, and he had a long-lasting influence on the entertainment business.

Net Worth

Morgan Spurlock’s Net Worth was estimated to be $5 Million.

Family

Morgan Spurlock Married Priscilla Sommer, Alexandra Jamieson, and Sara Bernstein which ended in divorce. He also had 2 children. He was raised Methodist. In 2014, he stated in an interview with TV Guide indicated he was Agnostic. On May 23, 2024, Spurlock, who was 53 years old, passed away from cancer-related complications. According to Variety, he passed away in upstate New York, but according to The New York Times, he passed away in Manhattan.

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