Ben Chapman, R.I.P.

[The Captain]

Ben Chapman, who was the CREATURE from the BLACK LAGOON (in the land scenes), has passed away in Hawaii.

http://www.the-reelgillman.com/

 

[Benny Holiday]

One of my best friends, drummer Dave Warren, phoned me with this news when Mr Chapman passed away. Creature and its sequels are amongst our favourite classic 50s movies, and Dave has a considerable collection of Creature memorabilia including a letter and autographed photo from Mr Chapman. To hear of his passing is very sad news.