Artist H.R. Giger, who designed the creature in Alien, has died at the age of 74 from injuries suffered in a fall. http://t.co/JFAJwVHuLw
— The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) May 13, 2014
He gave life to nightmarish creatures and settings in movies like “Alien” and “Species” as well as disturbing paintings melding human and machine elements. H.R. Giger’s work work is recognized across all creative genres from the visual arts to music and film.
Giger’s museum in Gruyères, Switzerland, reports that the artist has died at age 74 after being injured in a fall. He was remembered today by fans and artists of many disciplines.
Rest in Peace H.R. Giger pic.twitter.com/3L82JbkwhF
— Stephanie Leonidas (@StephLeonidas) May 13, 2014
We're very saddened by the news that Alien designer H.R. Giger has died, aged 73. A very unique genius. pic.twitter.com/MwOb2X1olv
— hmv (@hmvtweets) May 13, 2014
H.R. Giger, Man Who Designed the 'Alien' Creature, Dead at 74 http://t.co/hxGsxeyMo6
— Mashable (@mashable) May 13, 2014
RIP H.R. Giger. You beautifully articulated our nightmares. http://t.co/yJAIgUU4jB pic.twitter.com/wF3ITda2W0
— Duff Goldman (@duffgoldman) May 13, 2014
RIP H.R. Giger…
You Swiss Surrealist Madman. pic.twitter.com/yKYB2BMEkV
— David Hayter (@DavidBHayter) May 13, 2014
HR Giger has passed away at the age of 74 http://t.co/2HsmlQt2m0 pic.twitter.com/Ud3LhWNJeu
— Kotaku (@Kotaku) May 13, 2014
R.I.P. H. R. Giger. The first 30 seconds of this clip is probably my favourite shot from any film ever: https://t.co/1g6Cx6iNg0
— Shadow Dancer (al) (@alshadowdancer) May 13, 2014
H. R. Giger's genius helped shape my life long love of science fiction and horror…he will live forever in our most delightful nightmares!
— Hewlett! #MGH1000masks (@dhewlett) May 13, 2014
Letters of Note: James Cameron's letter of apology to H.R. Giger in 1987 http://t.co/jRUecK8RyK via @neodie
— Bonnie Burton (@bonniegrrl) May 13, 2014
https://twitter.com/gSINDEN/status/466133798594170880
https://twitter.com/MetroNewsCanada/status/466191073099128832
#RIP H R GEIGER – a true visionary. Alien test footage where your nightmares became ours. https://t.co/qcsUfayEQg
— Tracy-Ann Oberman (@TracyAnnO) May 13, 2014
You always hate to see a great artist go. RIP H.R. Giger.
— Dallon Weekes (@DallonWeekes) May 13, 2014
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