Gloria Katz (October 25, 1942 – November 25, 2018) was an American

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and film producer, best known for her association with

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. Along with her husband Willard Huyck, Katz's credited screenplays include ''

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'', ''

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'' and '' Howard the Duck''. Katz was

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. As uncredited script doctors, a common practice, Katz and Huyck helped polish Lucas's ''

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'' script. Katz and Huyck are responsible for helping him with developing some of the humor and some developments for the iconic Princess Leia in the film.

Early life

Katz was born in Los Angeles. She was Jewish.

Death

Katz died from ovarian cancer in 2018 at the age of 76, in her native Los Angeles.

Filmography

Film

Other credits

Television

References

External links

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