OJAI, Calif. (AP) — The writer-son of Oscar-winning blacklisted Hollywood screenwriter Dalton Trumbo has died at age 70.
Christopher Trumbo, who wrote scripts for "Ironside," ''Quincy, M.E." and "Falcon Crest," died Saturday at his home in Ojai.
His sister, Mitzi Trumbo, told the Los Angeles Times he died from complications of kidney cancer.
Christopher Trumbo was an expert on the 1940s House Un-American Activities Committee investigation into alleged communist infiltration of Hollywood. He wrote the play, "Trumbo: Red, White & Blacklisted," based on his father's letters.
Dalton Trumbo refused to cooperate with the committee and was imprisoned as a member of the blacklisted Hollywood 10.
Dalton wrote "The Brave One" in 1957 under the name Robert Rich. It won an Oscar.
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Leamel Comparette -age 100 years 7 months.
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Chris. You may write me at 3213 Anthis Dr., Placerville, Ca 95667 in care of my nephew, Dalton Dean Walters.
Leamel Comparette
January 18, 2011 | Placerville, CA
We just learned of Chris Trumbo's death and send our sincere condolences. As the son of Darrel Trumbo Walters, I was a 2nd cousin, once removed to Chris. For additional family history, you may contact me at (530) 622-9333.
Dalton Dean Walters
January 18, 2011 | Placerville, CA
My condolences to the family and friends of Mr Trumbo.May the God of all tender mercies, who comforts us in our pain and sorrow give you all the needed strength to endure.
DD
January 15, 2011
TO CHRISTOPHER TRUMBO FAMILY,I EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT AND PAINFUL TIME.PLEASE FIND COMFORT AT DANIEL 12;2.A.W.HOUSTON,TX.
January 14, 2011
The loss of Chris Trumbo was received today via the chat group of my Franklin High School S-1958 class. My loss is that although I saw Chris daily in Luther Burbank Jr. High, and Franklin High in L.A., I never got to know him. We traveled in different circles then - but if acquainted today would definitely have a lot to talk about. Both of our fathers - Dalton Trumbo and Vernon Howard, were well known writers. And I will add with candor that they were not at all alike otherwise. Sorry Chris...
Virgil Howard
January 13, 2011 | Seattle, WA
Christopher Mitzi Michael Susan B, Hugo B, Mary, Emily, Linda O Crof Killian, Linc and then I came to Mexico City the year after and i also went with everyone still there in DF to Las Estacas near Tepotzlan and Verne and the Black List and then Mitzi marries my co-worker at the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Chris, energetic, smart, partner often with my friend Michael who usually filled me in on Chris, briefly. You brought a lot of pleasure to many tv viewers, and you stood on the...
Daniel del Solar
January 13, 2011 | Oakland, CA
I feel honored to have met Christopher and his family at the unveiling of the Dalton Trumbo sculpture here in Grand Junction, CO. We will all miss his wit and compassion.
Ellen Law
January 13, 2011 | Grand Junction, CO
Christopher, you will be missed! Thank you for opening your heart to the Grand Junction community, and sharing the legacy of your father through the written and spoken word. I will always remember seeing your play, "Red, White, and Blacklisted" and being moved to tears. Your voice, Dalton's words, it was magic! God bless you and comfort your family. From your "favorite Colorado author."
Debbie Brockett
January 13, 2011 | Gypsum, CO
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ben P.
January 13, 2011 | Burlington, NC
