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If you loved Scooby Doo and the Mystery Incorparated gang growing up, unfortunately, we come with sad news.
Animator and Scooby Doo co-creator Joe Ruby has passed away at the age of 87.
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Speaking to Deadline, a rep for the animator shared that Joe had passed away from natural causes after years of dealing with health issues.
Joe and his creative partner Ken Spears, were responsible for bringing a little mystery to our lives with the adventures of Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Daphne, Fred, Velma and more, and we thank the late animator for his role in our childhood.
“He never stopped writing and creating, even as he aged,” Joe’s grandson Benjamin Ruby shared.
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The animator “made Saturday mornings special for so many children, including myself,” said Warner Bros’ animation president, Sam Register.
“He was one of the most prolific creators in our industry who gifted us some of animation’s most treasured characters and it was a thrill to host him at our studio,” Sam continued.
“Scooby-Doo has been a beloved companion on screens for more than 50 years, leaving an enduring legacy that has inspired and entertained generations,” he added.
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Fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to the late animator who brought their beloved childhood series to life.
Our thoughts are with his loved ones in this hard times.
RIP Joe Ruby. Thanks for bringing some mystery into our lives.
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