RIP Doug Netter

[Jan]

From John Copeland's FB page:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10212875835835906&set=a.10203395870842706.1073741827.1389933307&type=3&theater

I have some sad news to share with all of you Babylon 5 fans out there. Doug Netter, our fearless leader and executive producer of B5 has passed away and gone beyond the Rim. Doug lived a long an full life and was a driving force behind the series. It was thanks to Doug's tireless efforts that ensured that B5 got a fifth season, even though it meant moving to TNT. He didn't have much give up in him. He was a terrific cheerleader for those who worked with him and he a never afraid to learn new things. It was in large part to his enthusiasm that B5 even made it to the screen.

Here's a photo of Joe, Doug and myself celebrating our first Hugo win.

According to IMDB he was 95.

[babylonlurker]

From John Copeland's FB page:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10212875835835906&set=a.10203395870842706.1073741827.1389933307&type=3&theater

According to IMDB he was 95.

Another one gone, feeling sad.

[Apsu]

JMS's plea to the universe was not heard unfortunately... it is really sad to see how many cast and crew members B5 lost during the last years...

[sense8ional]

RIP. He lived a long life.. unlike so many others from B5, so it's not so bad news.

[Shan'waia]

RIP Doug, and thank you for everything you've done. You will be missed.

[alpha128]

It is my understanding that Doug Netter was instrumental in getting B5 sold. So my thanks to him and my condolences to his family. RIP.

[Looney]

I must admit that 95 is a good long life. He is definitely one of those people I would have loved to have a conversation with about the show. R.I.P.

[Kraig]

Rest in peace. I enjoyed your science fiction and I'll always remember you as President Santiago.

[Truth66]

Thank You Doug for your tireless work on Babylon 5. It was very much appreciated by all. You will definitely be missed.

[Jan]

Another post from John Copeland:

Many of you asked for me to let you know about a memorial or life celebration for Doug Netter. There are no plans for any. Doug was a very private person and the family decided that was the best way to honor him.

I suggest you enjoy the memories you may have and lift a glass in his honor. And if it is a vodka martini with at least three olives, Doug will be smiling.