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 George P. Wilbur, an actor and stuntman, who is best known for his portrayal of Michael Myers in several installments of the “Halloween” film franchise. He was 81.
Early in his career, as a “walker man,” he did stunts for the movie in episode 811 – PARTS: THE CLONUS HORROR. Thanks to Paul for the heads up.  Orlando, Fla. — Ginger Stanley Hallowell died Jan. She was 91.
She was a strong swimmer and is known for her roles in underwater scenes, including as Lori Nelson’s stunt-double in the movie in episode 801- REVENGE OF THE CREATURE. You can find an obituary here. Thanks to Paul for the heads up.  Thousand Oaks, Calif. — Kevin O’Neal, the younger brother of Oscar-nominated actor Ryan O’Neal and a regular on the 1960s ABC comedy “No Time for Sergeants,” died Jan. 28. He was 77.
MSTies may remember him as Harry in the movie in episode 523- VILLAGE OF THE GIANTS. The Hollywood Reporter has the story. Thanks to Gordon for the heads up. Incidentally, we have been remiss in not mentioning the passing of actress Inna Churikova, who played Marfuska in the movie in episode 813- JACK FROST. We had been waiting for an English language obit and then it got buried by other things. The Moscow Times has a story here. Thanks to several attentive readers who reminded me. |
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