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“Monsters Inc”, “Big Hero 6” screenwriter Daniel Gerson dies at 49

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Sully from Monsters Inc., with his signature blue fur, purple spots, and horns, stands in a wintry cave scene inspired by the movie’s emotional moments. He looks wistful beside a glowing lamp, recreating one of the touching experiences you’d find at a Disney theme park attraction celebrating Daniel Gerson’s co-written film.

A smiling man in a blue shirt stands with arms crossed beneath vibrant, whimsical lights, capturing the lively spirit of a Monsters Inc.-themed entertainment zone.We are sad to report that Daniel Gerson, co-writer of Disney/Pixar’s Monsters Inc. and Big Hero 6, died at his home in California on Saturday. He was 49 years old.

He also contributed material to Chicken Little, Curious George, Cars, Meet the Robinsons and television shows including Misguided Angeles, Big Wolf on Campus and Something So Right. He had been fighting brain cancer and is survived by his wife of 20 years, his children, his sister, and her family.

Donations in Gerson’s memory can be made here at UCLA’s Brain Tumor Program.

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