Michael Villella, famous for playing Russ Thorne in ‘The Slumber Party Massacre’, dies at the age of 84 latest

Michael Villella, actor best known for playing serial killer Russ Thorne in the cult classic Slumber Party Massacre has died at the age of 84, Variety reports. News of the death was shared through a statement on a Facebook page, “Michael Pasquale Vilela has left this world, may God rest in peace. May God welcome Michael with open arms and bring him to heaven.” Cal Boyington, talent agent and producer, found dead at home at age 53.

His daughter Chloe Villella also confirmed the news on social media. However, the reason for his demise was not disclosed.

‘Slumber Party Massacre’ star Michael Villella dies at 84

Vilela made his debut as a drill-wielding killer in the 1982 film Slumber Party MassacreWhich also starred Michelle Michaels and Robin Stills. Directed by Amy Holden Jones and written by Rita Mae Brown, the film began as a slasher spoof but evolved into a true horror picture.

Although critics gave Slumber Party Massacre Despite mediocre reviews, the 1982 original developed a cult following and inspired two direct sequels, which were produced in 1987 and 1990; A reboot film was made in 2021. Slumber Party Massacre Two spinoff film series spawned,’Sorority House Massacre‘trilogy and cheerleader massacre Flick. Vilela played an uncredited cameo role in the 1990 spinoff film Sorority House Massacre II, And he appeared in the 2010 documentary, Sleepless Nights: The Slumber Party Massacres Revisited, Tony Todd, ‘Candyman’ and ‘Final Destination’ star, dies at 69.

His other film credits include, love letters (1983), gotham (1988), wild Orchid (1989) and Wild Orchid II: Two Shades of Blue (1991). Talking about his TV credits, he has guest starred on amazing stories And get away with murderAccording to variety.

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