Day of the Dead actor Anthony DiLeo Jr. passed away on Friday night due to complications from COVID.
A frequent collaborator of George A. Romero, DiLeo played Pvt. Miguel Salazar in the 1985 zombie classic, in addition to appearing in Knightriders, Monkey Shines, and Two Evil Eyes.
Sometimes credited as Tim DiLeo or Antone DiLeo, the actor also played a zombie and worked as a production assistant on Tom Savini‘s remake of Night of the Living Dead, which Romero produced.
“It is with great sadness that I let you all know that my dear friend and colleague Anthony DiLeo passed away last night from Covid,” DiLeo‘s Day of the Dead co-star Lori Cardille shared on Facebook yesterday.
“Tim was filled with love for nature, his beloved animals, family and friends and fans. He made me laugh every day while making Day of the Dead. Tim was an accomplished pianist with a beautiful voice. I will miss you Tim. My heart is broken. I love you friend.”
Our condolences go out to DiLeo’s friends, family, and fans.
Anthony DiLeo Jr. in ‘Night of the Living Dead’
Lori Cardille and Anthony DiLeo Jr. in ‘Day of the Dead’
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