William Peter Blatty Dies At 89

The author of The Exorcist, who also received a "Best Screenplay" Oscar based on his novel, has died.

The Sun reported:

THE legendary horror writer who penned The Exorcist has passed away at the age of 89. 

William Peter Blatty’s death was confirmed on social media by the film’s director William Friedkin this afternoon.

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