OHMYGOSSIP — ‘Scooby-Doo’ co-creator Ken Spears has passed away at the age of 82.
The TV writer and producer – who co-founded Ruby-Spears Productions along with the late Joe Ruby – died on Friday (06.11.20) from complications related to Lewy body dementia.
Kevin Spears, his son, told Variety: “Ken will forever be remembered for his wit, his story-telling, his loyalty to family, and his strong work ethic.
“Ken has not only made a lasting impression on his family, but he has touched the lives of many as co-creator of ‘Scooby-Doo’. Ken has been a role model for us throughout his life and he will continue to live on in our hearts.”
Spears joined Hanna-Barbera Productions in 1959 as a sound editor, and he met Joe Ruby – who died aged 87 in August – during his time with the company.
The duo subsequently sparked a productive writing partnership, penning teleplays for Hanna-Barbera, Sid and Marty Krofft Television Productions and DePatie-Freleng Enterprises.
But their biggest success was ‘Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!’, the animated comedy series that became one of the most popular cartoons in history and also spawned several films.
Spears and Ruby were also hired in the early 70s to supervise CBS’ Saturday morning cartoons line-up.
The creative duo created their own studio, Ruby-Spears Productions, in 1977, and they produced several animated series together, including ‘Superman’, ‘Alvin and the Chipmunks’ and ‘Thundarr the Barbarian’.
Sam Register, the president of Warner Bros. Animation and Cartoon Network Studios, said: “Warner Bros. Animation is saddened to learn of the passing of Ken Spears and we send our warmest thoughts to his loved ones. He was a true innovator in the industry whose gifts of humour and storytelling continue to delight audiences.
“You cannot find a screen in the world that has not played a version of ‘Scooby-Doo’. We continue to be inspired by his work at Warner Bros. Animation and are honoured to carry on the legacy of his beloved characters.”

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