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Exorcist Author William Blatty's Final Words on Life After Death
18 Nov
Summary
- William Blatty, author of The Exorcist, has died at age 89.
- Blatty also wrote the novel The Exorcist, published in 1971.
- His last work explored evidence of life after death.
William Blatty, the acclaimed author behind the chilling novel "The Exorcist," has passed away. Blatty, who was 89 years old, died in Bethesda, Maryland, from multiple myeloma. His seminal work, "The Exorcist," published in 1971, captivated audiences and was later adapted into a highly successful film that garnered numerous accolades, including multiple Academy Award nominations.
Beyond his most famous work, Blatty's literary career spanned various genres. His 2015 publication, "Finding Peter: A True Story of the Hand of Providence and Evidence of Life After Death," explored his son's passing and his own evolving spiritual beliefs. This work highlighted Blatty's deep contemplation of existence beyond earthly life.
Born to Lebanese parents in New York, Blatty pursued his education at local universities. He expressed a personal belief in reincarnation, citing early Catholic sects and personal life experiences as influences. His legacy is defined by his ability to blend the terrifying with the deeply philosophical.
