Gerry Anderson passes

[Rico]

Gerry Anderson has passed away at age 83.  He had a big influence on me growing up watching the "Thunderbirds" and "Space: 1999."  Really interesting that Mark just recently looked at the movie he did, "Journey to the Far Side of the Sun."  Rest in peace Gerry.  Thunderbirds are Go!

http://blastr.com/2012/12/thunderbirds-creator-gerr.php

[billybob476]

Very sad to hear, I was a big Thunderbirds fan.

[Ktrek]

Loved his work on Thunderbirds, Stingray, Captain Scarlet, Supercar, Space 1999 and so many other things. He was a brilliant artist, a great storyteller and a special effects pioneer. He will be missed! Rest in peace Gerry and thanks for bringing so much joy to all of us when we were kids young and old.

[Bromptonboy]

Yes, I loved all of his programs - UFO, Space 1999, and especially Capt. Scarlett.  He is one of the Masters.

[M-5]

That's sad news.  I was a big fan of his work.  Rest in Peace, Gerry.

[Redshirt97]

I had heard the news yesterday by my twitter text alerts on my cell phone.  I am sadden to hear of his passing.  I loved his shows esp UFO and Capt. Scarlett were two of my favs.  I also liked his feather film "Journey to the Far Side of the Sun"  which was just discused in a recent podcat here on treks.  I do wish his family well.

[moyer777]

bummer, he inspired me!