Roberto Orci, visionary storyteller behind transformers and star trek, passes away at 51
Born in Mexico City on July 20, 1970, Orci moved to the United States with his family at the age of 10, eventually settling in Texas and later, Los Angeles. Over the years, Orci, along with his longtime collaborator Alex Kurtzman, made a significant mark on the entertainment industry, writing for major franchises such as Mission: Impossible, Star Trek, and Transformers. The duo's creative partnership also included the sci-fi series Fringe, which they co-created with J.J. Abrams.
Orci and Kurtzman's big break in Hollywood came when they were hired to write for Transformers (2007), which grossed over $700 million worldwide, launching a multi-billion dollar franchise. The duo returned for Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009), and also wrote the script for J.J. Abrams' Star Trek (2009). Orci continued his successful career in film production throughout the 2010s, working on projects like Now You See Me, Ender's Game, and Star Trek Beyond. He also produced the reboot of Hawaii Five-0 and co-created Sleepy Hollow.
In addition to his professional achievements, Orci was remembered for his kindness and generosity. His brother, J.R. Orci, shared a heartfelt tribute, describing Roberto as a visionary storyteller with a 'boundless heart.' Orci is survived by his parents, siblings, and his beloved dog, Bogey.
Roberto Orci's legacy will live on in the many groundbreaking films and television shows he contributed to during his career.
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