‘Friday the 13th: Jason Lives’ Actor Whitney Rydbeck Dies at 79
This week, we received the somber news that actor Whitney Rydbeck, known for his brief yet memorable role in "Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives," has died at the age of 79. Director of "Jason Lives," Tom McLoughlin, shared a heartfelt statement with Bloody Disgusting: "It's with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of the wonderfully talented comedian and actor Whitney Rydbeck. He portrayed Roy, the nerdy businessman and paintball player, whose comedic performance continues to bring laughter to audiences nearly 40 years later." Reflecting on their long-standing partnership, McLoughlin added, "Whitney and I collaborated for over 53 years. We've worked together on numerous projects, both on stage and in film. I specifically wrote the role of Roy in 'Jason Lives' for him, knowing his exceptional talent. Over the years, we became close friends." "Whitney was one […]
