Phantasm star Reggie Bannister dies aged 80 after Parkinson’s diagnosis

Phantasm star Reggie Bannister has died age 80 (Picture: Getty)

Reggie Bannister, best known for his starring turn in the Phantasm horror franchise, has died aged 80.

His family confirmed he died following a Parkinson’s diagnosis. They said in a statement: ‘Reggie Bannister fought debilitating effects of Parkinson’s while resting comfortably in his Mountain home with caregivers and Gigi by his side.

‘[His wife] Gigi was with him till the end, as she had vowed, until death and meant it. Reggie‘s final request was to please let his fans know, “It’s never over.”‘

Gigi also shared a post on Facebook commemorating her husband. ‘He looked so quiet and peaceful. Like he was asleep. In his bed, “In Our Mountain Home” as his song goes.

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