Ronnie Rondell Jr, veteran Hollywood stuntman known for Pink Floyd album cover, passes away at 88

Ronnie Rondell Jr, a prominent Hollywood stuntman, has passed away at the age of 88. Known for his daring stunts in numerous films, he gained international recognition for his role on the cover of Pink Floyd’s 1975 album *Wish You Were Here*. In this iconic image, Rondell was depicted as a businessman on fire, a stunt that led to him having his moustache singed during the photo shoot at Warner Bros Studios. Rondell’s stunt career spanned decades, with notable roles in films such as *How the West Was Won*, *Twister*, *Lethal Weapon*, and *The Matrix Reloaded*. He was also involved in many classic TV shows, performing complex stunts like diving, gymnastics, and hang-gliding. Additionally, his personal life was intertwined with the film industry, as he came from a family of filmmakers. His son, R A Rondell, followed in his footsteps as a stunt coordinator. Despite his successes, the Rondell family faced tragedy in 1985, when another of Ronnie’s sons, Reid, died in a helicopter crash while performing a stunt. Ronnie Rondell Jr is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.