Scott Wampler Obituary, Death; Beloved Podcaster and Film Critic has passed away: The sudden passing of Scott Wampler, former managing editor of Birth.Movies.Death. and cohost of The Kingcast, has left the Austin film community and the genre film community in shock and mourning. Born in Plano, Wampler became a fixture in the Austin film scene, known for his acerbic wit, passion for cinema, and talent for social media snark. At Birth.Movies.Death, he launched numerous careers and was a prolific critic, interviewer, and essayist.
Wampler had a unique ability to connect with filmmakers, leading to professional and personal relationships that have been expressed in an outpouring of love and appreciation from industry peers. Hannibal creator Bryan Fuller described his enthusiasm for storytelling as forever infectious, while Guillermo del Toro emphasized Wampler’s deep friendships and passion for life.
In recent years, Wampler transitioned from written journalism to podcasting, finding new success with The Kingcast and launching Jesus Wept! It’s a Hellraiser Podcast. Despite his achievements, he remained a fan at heart, known for his excitement over getting Stephen King on The Kingcast and his knack for making everyone feel part of an in-joke.
