George A. Romero

Date of Birth: February 4, 1940

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Date of Death: July 16, 2017

Biography

George A. Romero was an American-Canadian film director, writer, editor, and actor, widely recognized as one of the most influential filmmakers in the horror genre. Born in the Bronx, New York City, Romero initially attended Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he began his career in film. He gained prominence with his groundbreaking 1968 film “Night of the Living Dead,” which established the modern zombie genre and became a cult classic. Over the years, Romero directed several other iconic horror films such as “Dawn of the Dead” (1978), “Day of the Dead” (1985), and “Land of the Dead” (2005), each contributing to his legacy as a master of horror. Romero’s work often explored social issues through the lens of horror, making him a seminal figure in the genre. He became a naturalized Canadian citizen later in life and continued to influence the world of cinema until his death in 2017.

5 Interesting Facts about George A. Romero

1. George A. Romero’s “Night of the Living Dead” was made on a budget of just $114,000 but went on to gross over $30 million worldwide.

2. Romero’s work has been cited as a major influence on subsequent zombie films, television series, and video games.

3. He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017, shortly before his death.

4. Romero was an avid comic book fan and co-created the horror comic series “Empire of the Dead” for Marvel Comics.

5. He was known for his collaborative relationship with special effects artist Tom Savini, who worked on many of his films.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from George A. Romero

1. “I always thought of the zombies as being about revolution, one generation consuming the next.”

2. “The zombies, they could be anything. They could be a hurricane or a tornado. It’s not about the zombies; it’s about the people.”

3. “I’m like my zombies. I won’t stay dead!”

4. “If one horror film hits, everyone says, ‘Let’s go make a horror film.’ It’s the genre that never dies.”

5. “I’ve always liked the idea of being able to shoot things on the street without permits and without all that nonsense.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, George A. Romero’s net worth was estimated to be around $35 million.

Children

George A. Romero had three children: Tina Romero, Andrew Romero, and Cameron Romero. Cameron has followed in his father’s footsteps and pursued a career in filmmaking.