Ronnie Rondell Jr., Legendary Stuntman and Actor, Passes Away at 88

Ronnie Rondell Jr., the iconic Hollywood stuntman famous for his role on the cover of Pink Floyd’s 1975 album *Wish You Were Here*, has passed away at the age of 88. He died on Tuesday at a senior living facility in Missouri, though the cause of death has not been disclosed. Rondell’s most memorable contribution to film history is a dramatic image from the album cover, in which he was set on fire during a shoot at Warner Bros. Studios. The stunt, where he was lit on fire 15 times, involved significant risks but became one of the most recognizable album covers in music history. Throughout his career, Rondell worked on over 200 projects, including major films like *Lethal Weapon*, *The Matrix Reloaded*, and *Charlie’s Angels*. Although he retired from stunts in 2000, he returned for a memorable chase scene in *The Matrix Reloaded* in 2003, where his son worked as the supervising stunt coordinator. Rondell’s legacy in Hollywood is marked by his professionalism and dedication to his craft, leaving an indelible mark on the stunt industry.