Ronnie Rondell Jr. has died at the age of 88. The Hollywood stuntman is best known for his work on films such as Twister, How the West Was Won, Ice Station Zebra, and TV shows such as Charlie's Angels. He also famously portrayed the businessman on fire on the cover of Pink Floyd's 1975 album, Wish You Were Here. His family confirmed the star's death and said that he died on Tuesday at a senior living facility in Osage Beach, Missouri. During his television career, Rondell Jr. spent three years standing in for Robert Blake on the 1975-78 hit ABC series Baretta.
He also worked on successful shows such as The Rookies, S.W.A.T., Charlie’s Angels, Fantasy Island, Dynasty, Vegas, Hart to Hart, and T.J. Hooker. Ronnie also put his physical body on the line as a stuntman in Grand Prix, Diamonds Are Forever, Blazing Saddles, Hooper, and Against All Odds.
Fans have already started to pay tribute to the Hollywood stuntman on social media. One person said on X: "RIP: Hollywood stuntman Ronnie Rondell Jr. passes away at 88. He performed in classics like The Matrix Reloaded, Twister & How the West Was Won. A legend behind the scenes."
Another also said: "Ronnie Rondell Jr., legendary stuntman and the man on fire on Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here cover, has passed at 88. From Hollywood sets to iconic album art, his daring spirit lit up culture in unforgettable ways."
