Stephen King, Guillermo del Toro, Max Landis, Jordan Peele, and more paid tribute to Romero and the influence he had on their lives.
As news of his passing spread, fans, friends and long-time collaborators took to social media to pay their respects and honor the art that Romero created.
Some found it fitting that for all of the violence, horror and uncomfortable truths contained within his films, Romero passed away quietly.
Hollywood takes to social media to pay tribute to Night of the Living Dead creator George Romero.