Tom Savini

Biography

Thomas Vincent "Tom" Savini (born November 3, 1946) is an American actor, stuntman, director, award-winning special effects and makeup artist.  He is known for his work on the Living Dead films directed by George A. Romero, as well as Creepshow, The Burning, Friday the 13th, The Prowler, and Maniac. He directed the 1990 remake of Night of the Living Dead. Though officially retired from special effects, he has continued to direct, produce and star in several movies. Savini has been known to refer movie make-up effects projects to graduates of his school. He has appeared in films such as Dawn of the Dead (and its remake), From Dusk till Dawn, Grindhouse, and Machete.

Known For

Django Unchained

as Tracker

The Perks of Being a Wallflower

as Mr. Callahan

The Simpsons

as Tom Savini (voice)

From Dusk Till Dawn

as Sex Machine

Dawn of the Dead

as The County Sheriff

Planet Terror

as Deputy Tolo

Machete

as Osiris Amanpour

Friday the 13th

as Knife Killer (uncredited)

Zack and Miri Make a Porno

as Jenkins

Dawn of the Dead

as Motorcycle Raider