Batmobile Creator, George Barris Dies at 89

The original creator of television’s Batmobile, along with scores of other beautifully customized, instantly recognizable vehicles that helped define California car culture, has died at age 89. His son, Brett Barris made the announcement on his Facebook page.

'Sorry to have to post that my father, legendary kustom car king George Barris, has moved to the bigger garage in the sky. 'He passed on peacefully in his sleep at 2:45 am. 'He was surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home. 'He lived his life the way he wanted til the end. 'He would want everyone celebrate the passion he had for life and for what he created for all to enjoy.'

Barris, who had been in declining health, died at his Los Angeles home with his family by his side, said Edward Lozzi, his longtime publicist and friend. No cause of death was given.