Roger Corman Dies: ‘The Little Shop Of Horrors’ Director & Independent Filmmaker Was 98

Roger Corman, celebrated as the "King of the Bs" and a pioneer of independent filmmaking, has passed away at 98. Renowned for directing and producing iconic films like "The Little Shop of Horrors," Corman died in his Santa Monica home. He was instrumental in launching the careers of Hollywood legends such as Jack Nicholson and Martin Scorsese. Corman's extensive career spanned over seven decades, directing over 70 films and producing more than 300. He received an Honorary Oscar in 2009 for his contributions to cinema.