Ronnie Rondell, Hollywood Stuntman Known for Pink Floyd Album Cover, Dies at 88

Ronnie Rondell Jr., a renowned Hollywood stuntman famous for being set on fire for the iconic Pink Floyd album cover ‘Wish You Were Here,’ died on August 12, 2025, at the age of 88 in a care home in Missouri. Rondell had a long career in the film industry, performing stunts in well-known movies such as ‘Lethal Weapon,’ ‘Thelma and Louise,’ ‘Star Trek: First Contact,’ ‘Twister,’ and ‘The Matrix Reloaded.’ He was celebrated for his expertise in fire stunts and founded Stunts Unlimited, a respected company in the stunt community. Despite the dangers of his profession, Rondell described the Pink Floyd album cover shoot as relatively safe and straightforward, though he humorously noted losing half of his mustache during the fire stunt. He is survived by his wife Mary, his son Ronald, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. Rondell’s family has requested privacy as they prepare to honor his life and legacy. His contributions to Hollywood stunt work have left a lasting impact on the industry.