‘Rick and Morty’ and ‘The Simpsons’ Producer Dies Aged 54

This undated frame from the Fox series "The Simpsons," shows the popular cartoon family posing in front of their home. (L-R) Lisa, Marge, Maggie, Homer, and Bart Simpson. Fox Broacasting Co./AP Photo

Animation producer J. Michael Mendel, best known for his work on “The Simpsons” and “Rick and Morty,” has died aged 54.

A spokesperson for the production company Adult Swim said in an official statement that the four-time Emmy award-winner had passed away.