‘Terminator’ Screenwriter William H. Wisher Jr. Dies at 71
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‘Terminator’ Screenwriter William H. Wisher Jr. Dies at 71

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William H. Wisher Jr., a producer and screenwriter best known for co-writing *The Terminator* and *Terminator 2: Judgment Day*, has died at the age of 71. He passed away peacefully at home, according to his family.

Wisher’s family confirmed the news of his death, stating, “William believed that stories have the power to connect people across generations.” The statement highlights Wisher's belief in the connective power of storytelling.

He is credited as a co-writer on both *The Terminator* (1984) and *Terminator 2: Judgment Day* (1991), two landmark films in the science fiction action genre. Beyond his writing contributions, Wisher also worked as a producer. Details regarding funeral arrangements have not yet been released.

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