In Memoriam: Sir Patrick Stewart (1940-2026)
The actor was 86.
In Memoriam
In Memoriam: Richard Harrison, The B-Movie Titan Who Steered Cinematic History and Became an Accidental Ninja Legend
Richard Harrison, the chiseled American actor who built a legendary “A-life in B-movies” spanning sword-and-sandal epics, spaghetti Westerns, and infamous Z-grade ninja flicks, has passed away at the age of 90. Harrison died of natural causes on September 18, 2026, as confirmed by his long-time friend and producer Joan Borsten. For genre cinema purists, Harrison was far more than an expat actor working abroad; he was a foundational pillar of international exploitation cinema and a man whose decisions inadvertently altered the course of Hollywood history. Born in Salt Lake City, Harrison started his career in the 1950s as a physique model and scored minor parts in Hollywood productions like South Pacific (1958). Sensing limited opportunities at home, he packed his bags for Italy in the early 1960s. The gamble paid off instantly. Capitalizing on the muscleman wave popularized by Steve Reeves, Harrison became an overnight leading man with The Invincible […]
In Memoriam: DAVID WORTH, Director of Kickboxer and Cinematic Architect of Bloodsport, Dies at 86
The martial arts film community is in mourning following the passing of legendary cinematographer, director, and B-movie maestro David Worth, who died on September 7, 2026, at the age of 86. Worth leaves behind an indelible blueprint on the action genre, having served as the visual architect for Bloodsport (1988) and the director behind the global phenomenon Kickboxer (1989) Leading the tributes was action icon Jean-Claude Van Damme, whose early career was profoundly shaped by Worth’s eye for combat choreography and cinematic style. “From Bloodsport to Kickboxer, David’s talent and vision helped create two martial arts classics that changed my life,” Van Damme shared in an emotional statement. “Thank you for your friendship and for the magic we made together. Rest in peace, my friend. You will always be part of my journey.” David Worth didn’t just capture fights; he helped craft the aesthetic that defined late-80s and early-90s action […]
In Memoriam: James Lew (1952-2026)
The actor, filmmaker and stuntman/coordinator was 73.
In Memoriam: Honoring the Life and Legacy of PATRICK TSE (1936–2026)
Hong Kong entertainment icon Patrick Tse Yin has passed away at the age of 89, following a period of declining health. Affectionately known throughout the industry as “Sei Gor” (Fourth Brother), his children, Nicholas and Jennifer Tse, confirmed that the legendary actor, director, and producer passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. With a prolific […]
In Memoriam: Nansun Shi (1951-2026)
The multi-awarded Hong Kong film producers death was officially announced on Monday.
Dr. Alan Grant, The Piano, and Beyond: Remembering the Quiet Brilliance of SAM NEILL (1947–2026)
Sir Sam Neill, the effortlessly versatile and deeply beloved New Zealand actor who brought quiet gravity to decades of blockbusters and independent masterpieces, has died at the age of 78. His family confirmed his sudden and unexpected passing on Monday, July 13, 2026, in Sydney, Australia, noting that he passed away surrounded by loved ones and […]
In Memoriam: Yoshihiro Nishimura (1967-2026)
The celebrated JHorror/JSplatter director passed away this week at the age of 59.