On July 19, 2018, we lost the King of the Sweaties, Jon Schnepp. He passed away a few days after suffering from a catastrophic stroke. At 51 years old, he leaves this world too soon-- but we will remember him.
He'll be remembered for his infections love for all things comic book related, directing The Death of "Superman Lives": What Happened?, his work on Metalocalypse, hosting AMC Movie Talk, Collider Movie Talk, and Collider Heroes. He was like a fun friend that we got to hang out with! What did Schnepp mean to you?
Details on the passing of Jon Schnepp from his girlfriend of 16 years, Holly Payne:
https://twitter.com/hollykpayne/status/1020373989590355968
Video from Collider:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44RVPBMamjw
Kevin Smith Pays Tribute to Jon Schnepp @ Comic Con San Diego 2018: https://twitter.com/thismyshow/status/1020887278342660096
Statement From Collider:
"It is with immense sadness that we confirm that Jon Schnepp passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 19, 2018.
As the host of Collider Heroes and frequent panelist on Collider Movie Talk and other Collider shows, videos, and panels, Jon was a vital and irreplaceable part of the Collider family, and we are all deeply upset by this tragic news. He was a key creative force in the animated series Metalocalypse, worked on the animated series The Venture Bros. and the Black Panther animated series. And recently, Jon made his feature debut by directing the terrific 2015 documentary The Death of “Superman Lives”: What Happened? with his partner Holly Payne producing it.
Schnepp’s passion for art was infectious, and his knowledge—especially when it came to comic books—was legendary. He was a fan first and foremost, and the excitement with which he discussed film, comics, stories, and storytellers was palpable.
On this video, Mark Ellis reads the statement from Holly and Jon’s family and our statement from Collider on the passing of our beloved Jon Schnepp. We ask that you respect the privacy of Jon’s family, friends, and co-workers during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with all those who knew him, or were fans of Jon, as he leaves behind a legacy of love and passion that will never be forgotten. We also ask that you please consider donating to the immense medical costs on Holly’s official GoFundMe page. One more time… Sweaties, unite."
RIP Jon Schnepp
May 16, 1967-July 19, 2018
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