Daniel Boyd: key obituary facts
Is Daniel Boyd dead? Yes. Daniel Boyd died on February 7, 2026, at age 69.
Cause of death: Daniel Boyd's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Daniel Boyd known for?
They was known as American filmmaker and academic.
More about Daniel Boyd
Born: September 14, 1956.
Occupations: Filmmaker, author, professor.
Daniel Boyd, an American filmmaker and academic, died on February 7, 2026, at the age of 69.
Born in Martinsburg, West Virginia, on September 14, 1956, he was also an author and communications professor. Boyd taught at West Virginia State University, hosted writing workshops, and received a Fulbright Fellowship in 1998.
He was known for his work with Troma Entertainment, including directing the film Chillers, which was primarily funded through state grants. Boyd retired from directing in 2005.
Daniel Boyd (September 14, 1956 – February 2026) was an American filmmaker, author and communications professor. He taught at West Virginia State University, and hosted writing workshops, and received a Fulbright Fellowship in 1998.