‘Roots’ writer William Blinn dies at 83
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October 25, 2020

‘Roots’ writer William Blinn dies at 83

Roots screenwriter William Blinn has died. He was83.

Blinn passed away of natural causes at assisted living residence in

California on Thursday.

His work on the iconic 1977 Rootsminiseries, which chronicles African enslavement and free, earned him an EmmyAward and a Humanitas Prize.

The noted screenwriter was also known for his work on television projects

Brian’s Song and Prince’s Purple Rain film.

Other

credits include Bonanza, My Favorite Martian and Starsky & Hutch.

Blinn is

survived by his daughter Annelise Johnson, son Chris and his grandchildren.

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