Terry Nation
Welsh author and screenwriter, creator of Daleks
Born
August 8th, 1930
95 years ago
Died
March 9th, 1997
28 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An author and screenwriter proficient in television and literature, produced significant contributions to the science fiction genre. Created the Daleks, iconic villains in the television series 'Doctor Who'. Also crafted the series 'Blake's 7', which explored themes of rebellion and resistance in a dystopian future, gaining a dedicated following. Worked on various other projects, leaving a lasting legacy in speculative fiction.
Created the Daleks for 'Doctor Who'
Wrote and produced 'Blake's 7'
Contributed to 'The Avengers' series
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