Oscar Winner David Seidler, 'The King's Speech' Screenwriter, Dies at 86

Seidler passed away while fly-fishing in New Zealand, a reflection of his love for the activity and his peaceful end.

David Seidler, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of 'The King's Speech,' has passed away at the age of 86.
He died on a fly-fishing trip in New Zealand, a passion he deeply enjoyed and described as giving him the greatest peace.
Seidler's screenplay for 'The King's Speech' was inspired by his own experiences with a stutter and the story of King George VI overcoming his speech impediment.
The film won multiple awards, including the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor for Colin Firth.
Seidler also wrote the stage version of 'The King's Speech,' which has been performed on four continents.