Hollywood tributes poured in for writer-producer Roberto Orci after his death on February 25 due to kidney disease at the age of 51. Fans and colleagues alike remembered him as a talented individual, including Joe Russo, Lucy Lawless, Rob Liefeld, Juan Carlos Coto, Trevor Munson, Timothy Dowling, and Zack Stentz.
Orci’s contributions to the screen were widely acknowledged, with many noting his impact on projects such as Star Trek. His legacy is set to be felt in future masterworks, a sentiment echoed by Russo who called him “one of the greats”. Lawless described Orci as a “beautiful, sweet man and outrageously talented”, while Liefeld expressed sadness over the loss of someone who had enjoyed much of his work.
Many of Orci’s colleagues, including Fringe producers and writers, remembered him fondly for his kindness and generosity. A tribute from Zack Stentz highlighted Orci’s connection to Star Trek fans and his notable writing credits, including the opening scene of Star Trek 2009. As news of his passing spread, tributes poured in from across the industry, a testament to the enduring impact of this talented screenwriter-producer.
Source: https://deadline.com/2025/02/hollywood-reactions-roberto-orci-dead-tribute-1236302049