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Lion King Co-Director Roger Allers Dies at 64
18 Jan
Summary
- Roger Allers, co-director of Disney's 'The Lion King,' has passed away.
- He was known for his kindness and respect towards colleagues.
- Allers also contributed to 'Beauty and the Beast' and 'The Little Mermaid.'
Roger Allers, the acclaimed filmmaker best known for co-directing Walt Disney Feature Animation's beloved classic "The Lion King," has passed away. His death was confirmed by fellow film producer Dave Bossert, who shared his profound sadness and recalled their recent email exchanges.
Bossert remembered Allers as an exceptionally kind and respectful individual, noting that the phenomenal success of "The Lion King" never altered his humble demeanor. He consistently treated everyone with genuine consideration, irrespective of their position.
Prior to his directorial work on the 1994 animated masterpiece, Allers honed his skills as an animator and writer. His notable contributions span across numerous cherished films, including "Beauty and the Beast," "The Little Mermaid," and "Aladdin."
