Rondell's early life began in California in 1937, where he first showed interest in acting as a teen before transitioning into stunt work. His impressive skills earned him notable roles in numerous classics, establishing him as a trailblazer in stunt performance. His contributions have left a profound influence on aspiring stunts artists and the film industry as a whole.
Rondell will be lovingly remembered by his family, his peers, and fans worldwide who appreciate the risks and artistry associated with stunt performance.
Ronnie Rondell Jr., the iconic Hollywood stuntman famous for his fiery leap featured on Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here” album cover, has died at age 88. He passed away on August 12 in a Missouri care home, leaving behind a legacy spanning over 50 years in film and television. His illustrious career included stunts in notable films such as Lethal Weapon, The Karate Kid, and The Towering Inferno.
Born in 1937 in California, Rondell started his acting journey in the early 1950s and made his mark as a stuntman in the series Soldiers of Fortune. While his striking fire stunt for Pink Floyd's album cover is well-known, many may be unaware of his extensive work across various genres and productions. He co-founded Stunts Unlimited in 1970 and received accolades for his contributions to the stunt profession, including a lifetime achievement award in 2004.
Rondell's legacy lives on through his family, including his wife Mary and his son Ronald, as well as the countless stunt professionals he inspired throughout his career.
Rondell will be lovingly remembered by his family, his peers, and fans worldwide who appreciate the risks and artistry associated with stunt performance.
Ronnie Rondell Jr., the iconic Hollywood stuntman famous for his fiery leap featured on Pink Floyd’s “Wish You Were Here” album cover, has died at age 88. He passed away on August 12 in a Missouri care home, leaving behind a legacy spanning over 50 years in film and television. His illustrious career included stunts in notable films such as Lethal Weapon, The Karate Kid, and The Towering Inferno.
Born in 1937 in California, Rondell started his acting journey in the early 1950s and made his mark as a stuntman in the series Soldiers of Fortune. While his striking fire stunt for Pink Floyd's album cover is well-known, many may be unaware of his extensive work across various genres and productions. He co-founded Stunts Unlimited in 1970 and received accolades for his contributions to the stunt profession, including a lifetime achievement award in 2004.
Rondell's legacy lives on through his family, including his wife Mary and his son Ronald, as well as the countless stunt professionals he inspired throughout his career.
