The creator of this fantastic show died November 5, 2008, at age 66 after a battle with cancer. He accomplished much more than this show: wrote or directed 9 movies, and wrote 17 books, selling more than 150 million copies worldwide. He will most certainly be missed, and appreciated, for years to come!

I too was devastated at reading of Micheals death without whom we would not have had the greatest medical series ever made. Jurassic Park Rocked State of fear was awesome but for me his greatest acheivement will always be my beloved ER! RIP Michael. you'll be missed.xxx

I was so sad to learn of his death. I feel however, that he definently went out on a high note, considering that the final ER episode had been written, his career will always be remembered, and his legacy will live on. But he will be missed.