Super Size Me director Morgan Spurlock dead at 53

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Morgan Spurlock, best known for his documentary Super Size Me, died after a battle with cancer

Best known for the film where he ate only food from McDonald's for 30 days straight, the filmmaker explored the harm fast food can do to the human body. He died at the age of 53 after a battle with cancer.

"Morgan gave so much through his art, ideas and generosity. Today the world has lost a true creative genius and a special man. I am so proud to have worked together with him."READ MORE: Police took to streets in armoured cars 'to fight fire with fire' after dad's brutal assassination Then Super Size Me came out in 2004 and it was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. After eating three McDonald's meals a day, and never turning down the option to "super size," Spurlock gained 24.5 pounds , had a 13% body fat increase, and his mental health suffered in the form of mood swings and sexual dysfunction.

 

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