Halloween actor James Winburn dies at 85: The star played Michael Myers in the original 1978 film - Daily Mail

Actor James Winburn, who played Michael Myers in the original 1978 Halloween film, has died aged 85.

James returned as psychotic Michael Myers in 1981 sequel Halloween II, and was credited for stunts in acclaimed films including Escape From New York, Tron, Colors, The Night Stalker, Glory and The Couch Trip. .

A sad loss for showbusiness: Actor James Winburn, who played Michael Myers in the original 1978 Halloween film, has died aged 85.

The company said on Monday: 'We are extremely sad to learn of the passing of James Winburn, who joined us for @ftlohorror last month.

The firm said on Facebook: 'Sad to learn of the passing of James Winburn today

She was in the film too: Jamie Lee Curtis with a knife in hand in the 1978 film Halloween

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