‘Friday the 13th’ screenwriter Victor Miller passes away at 86
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‘Friday the 13th’ screenwriter Victor Miller passes away at 86
Victor Miller is survived by his wife, two sons and his grandson

Victor Miller, the screenwriter behind the classic horror Friday the 13th, has passed away. He was 86.
The American writer’s death was announced by his son Ian on social media. According to him, Victor breathed his last on Monday, August 31, in Alameda, California.
“Yesterday my father, Victor Miller, went to his final reward,” Victor’s son penned on Instagram. “He was almost always the smartest, funniest person in whatever room he was in. “
“He inspired in me, and many others, a love of photography, music and storytelling,” he continued.
Lan further shared, “He is survived by his wife, two sons, and his grandson. He had a helluva run and will be missed dearly.”
Concluding the emotional tribute, Victor’s son added, “For those who are interested, we will hold a celebration of life in November — on Friday the 13th, of course.”
For those unversed, Friday the 13th spawned one of the most terrifying and enduring franchises, even though Victor was not involved in many of the sequels.
In addition to his work on the horror franchise, Victor wrote several television shows, including All My Children, One Life to Live, Another World, Guiding Light, and General Hospital.
Zaid Bin Amir is a reporter focusing on trending topics across films, celebrity culture, and digital media, with one year of experience. He tracks viral stories, industry shifts, and online conversations, delivering timely and engaging coverage that highlights how trends evolve and shape the broader entertainment landscape.
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