Joe Gayton Obituary

Famous film and tv writer, Joe Gayton has been reported dead by his brother and longtime collaborator, Tony Gayton.

“Joe was one of a kind. He was passionate, creative, loud, boisterous, argumentative, unfiltered, soft-hearted, hilarious, and terrible at the politics of this cutthroat business. He was a big brother, mentor, writing partner, and best friend to me. Our hearts are shattered at his passing and we will miss him forever,” Tony said.

For the most part of his career, Joe collaborated with his brother Tony, created, and executive-produced one of the popular Western Drama series Hell on Wheels, which aired on AMC for five straight seasons.

He died on May 14, 2023, after a four-year battle with prostate cancer at age 66.

Born in 1957, Joe Gayton started his career when he was still his in 20s. He made his Hollywood debut when he wrote Uncommon Valor starring Gene Hackman. He went on to write the 1996 action comedy film Bulletproof along with Lewis Colick.