 Town wrote screenplays for Shampoo and The Last Detail and won an Oscar for writing Chinatown. Robert Town died in Los Angeles. He was 89 years old. I'm Richard Cantu, ABC News. Cue the fireworks and celebrate Independence Day with the Omaha Steaks 4th of July sale. Save 50% off site-wide and fire up the perfect backyard cookout with tender steaks, juicy burgers, deli-style franks, and more family favorites. Shop today at omahasteaks.com and score an extra $30 off when you use promo code QUALITY at checkout.