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Michael John Roberts Dead

Animator behind TripTank and BoJack Horseman dies at 48 from glioblastoma.

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Michael John Roberts Dead

Animator behind TripTank and BoJack Horseman dies at 48 from glioblastoma.

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Animator behind TripTank and BoJack Horseman dies at 48 from glioblastoma. Michael John Roberts, animator of TripTank and BoJack Horseman, died at 48 from glioblastoma in Los Angeles. Originally reported by Deadline.

Michael John Roberts

Michael John Roberts, an animator and director of Comedy Central's TripTank and Netflix's BoJack Horseman, died of glioblastoma Wednesday, November 11, in Los Angeles.

Family Announcement

His death was announced by his family, including his wife, the One Life to Live and Gossip Girl actor Bree Williamson.

Peaceful Passing

The announcement states that Roberts died peacefully at home surrounded by his family.

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Michael John Roberts, animator of TripTank and BoJack Horseman, died at 48 from glioblastoma in Los Angeles.

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