Roger Allers, 'The Lion King' co-director, dies at 76
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Key Points:
- Roger Allers, co-director of the iconic 1994 film "The Lion King," has passed away at the age of 76, with tributes pouring in from Disney leadership and colleagues.
- Walt Disney Company CEO Robert Iger praised Allers as a creative visionary whose storytelling and animation work helped define a celebrated era of Disney films.
- Allers contributed to numerous Disney classics including "Tron," "The Little Mermaid," "Beauty and the Beast," and "Aladdin," playing key roles from story artist to head of story.
- Disney animator Dave Bossert remembered Allers as a gifted filmmaker and kind-hearted individual who remained humble despite the massive success of "The Lion King."
- "The Lion King"
