Tom Savini

Date of Birth: November 3, 1946

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Tom Savini, born Thomas Vincent Savini, is an American actor, stuntman, director, and special effects makeup artist. He was born on November 3, 1946, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Savini is best known for his groundbreaking work in horror films, especially in the sub-genre of special makeup effects. He gained significant fame for his work on George A. Romero’s “Living Dead” series, as well as for films such as “Friday the 13th” and “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2.” Savini’s career began in the 1970s and has spanned over four decades, making him a revered figure in the horror film community. Apart from his work behind the scenes, Savini has also appeared in front of the camera in various roles, including parts in “From Dusk Till Dawn” and “Planet Terror.”

5 Interesting Facts about Tom Savini

1. Tom Savini served as a combat photographer during the Vietnam War, an experience that significantly influenced his approach to special effects makeup.

2. He won the Saturn Award for Best Makeup for his work on “Creepshow” in 1982.

3. Savini directed the 1990 remake of George A. Romero’s “Night of the Living Dead.”

4. He founded the Tom Savini’s Special Make-Up Effects Program at the Douglas Education Center in Pennsylvania, where he teaches aspiring special effects artists.

5. Savini has a deep love for magic and often incorporates illusion techniques into his special effects work.