Ronnie Rondell Jr., the legendary stuntman renowned for his fiery stunt featured on the front cover of Pink Floyd's "Wish You Were Here," has passed away at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of extraordinary contributions to film and television.
Ronnie Rondell Jr., Iconic Stuntman and Pink Floyd Cover Star, Passes Away at 88
Ronnie Rondell Jr., Iconic Stuntman and Pink Floyd Cover Star, Passes Away at 88
Celebrated Hollywood stuntman known for his daring fire stunts and notable film contributions dies in Missouri.
Ronnie Rondell Jr., celebrated for his remarkable stunt work for over five decades, has died at 88 at a care home in Missouri. His career included iconic projects such as "Lethal Weapon," "Thelma and Louise," and "Star Trek: First Contact." Born in California in 1937, Rondell made his first mark in acting as a teenager with "Ma and Pa Kettle at the Fair." In the 1950s, he began performing stunts for television, notably in "Soldiers of Fortune." His career flourished in the 1960s through 1990s, showcasing his talents in various TV series and films, including the classic "Spartacus" and the beloved "The Karate Kid."
Among his many feats, one of the most unforgettable was his stunt for the Pink Floyd album cover, where he was set ablaze during a photoshoot, an incident that left him with minor burns but solidified his place in rock history. In the 1970s, he founded Stunts Unlimited and later transitioned to stunt coordination, working on films like "Batman and Robin." Rondell was honored with a lifetime achievement award at the Taurus World Stunt Awards in 2004. His family background included a legacy of performers, with both sons and his father, Ronald R Rondell, contributing to the entertainment industry. His passing marks the end of an era for a remarkable figure in Hollywood stunt history.
Among his many feats, one of the most unforgettable was his stunt for the Pink Floyd album cover, where he was set ablaze during a photoshoot, an incident that left him with minor burns but solidified his place in rock history. In the 1970s, he founded Stunts Unlimited and later transitioned to stunt coordination, working on films like "Batman and Robin." Rondell was honored with a lifetime achievement award at the Taurus World Stunt Awards in 2004. His family background included a legacy of performers, with both sons and his father, Ronald R Rondell, contributing to the entertainment industry. His passing marks the end of an era for a remarkable figure in Hollywood stunt history.
