Michael Crichton, the author of many books and the creator of ER, has passed away at the age of 66. His family has said that it was an unexpected death but they also revealed that he was privately battling cancer.

“While the world knew him as a great storyteller that challenged our preconceived notions about the world around us — and entertained us all while doing so — his wife Sherri, daughter Taylor, family and friends knew Michael Crichton as a devoted husband, loving father and generous friend who inspired each of us to strive to see the wonders of our world through new eyes,” his family tells ET. “He did this with a wry sense of humor that those who were privileged to know him personally will never forget.”

Michael was an amazing man. Without him we wouldn’t have Jurassic Park, and ER is one of my favorite all time shows. Our thoughts are with his family at this time.

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