It has come to my attention that actor-stuntman Dick Durock, best known for bringing the DC Comics character Swamp Thing to life in 2 movies and a fairly successful TV series, passed away on Sept. 17 from pancreatic cancer at 72. Durock also worked on several other films, including "Doc Savage: The Man of Bronze" with Ron Ely (1975), and made guest appearances on shows like "The Incredible Hulk".
I am not sure if Durock had too many acting or stunt jobs after Swamp Thing ended its TV run. The fact that his passing went under-reported speaks to how his work has been largely forgotten by the mainstream. Otherwise, there might've been a Swamp Thing marathon by now, on either Syfy or Chiller.
Rest in peace, Dick. You will be missed.
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