The American director and producer Roger Corman is dead. He died on May 9, at the age of 98, his family confirmed.

Corman produced the still popular 1979 film Rock 'n' Roll High School with music by the Ramones, Alice Cooper, Fleetwood Mac and Devo

Aw bummer, the king, our reason for existing in this genre of story telling. He almost made it to 100. Thank you Roger Corman. Seems he passed two days ago and I guess we are only finding out now. Great age, amazing career and lasting lineage forever that will inspire for the rest of my life and many others. No tears need be shed but again Thank You Roger. So many films in so many ways. Monsters, Murders, Motorcycles, Beaches, Babes, Bad asses, drugs, dudes, droids, explosions, exploits and excitement. Goes on forever. One more time bow for the king, thank you Roger.

So sad to hear of the passing of Roger Corman, legendary producer/director. Thank you Roger, condolences to family and friends.