Legendary Star Wars Designer Passes Away
Ralph McQuarrie
(1929 - 2012)
(1929 - 2012)
His death was announced at McQuarrie's official website with a short, touching tribute:
It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Ralph McQuarrie.
People say you should never meet your heroes. Ralph
was the exception to that rule. We were all fans of his amazing art
long before we were blessed with his friendship. But once you got to
know Ralph it was impossible not to become a fan of Ralph the man.
Ralph was a very special
person for many more reasons than his undeniable brilliance with a
brush. He was an especially kind, sensitive, deep, modest, funny and
fascinating gentleman. And as fine a role model as any one could have
wished for.
His influence on design will be felt forever.
There's no doubt in our hearts that centuries from now amazing
spaceships will soar, future cities will rise and someone,
somewhere
will say...
"that looks like something Ralph McQuarrie painted."
Godspeed, Mr. McQuarrie. You will be missed.
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