Reggie Bannister, star of 'Phantasm' cult film franchise, dies at 80

LA Times Tuesday 11th August 2026, 6:01PM 1 min read 3 hours ago

<p>Actor Reggie Bannister, known for starring in the 'Phantasm' horror film franchise, died Sunday at age 80, his wife announced. 'He's no longer in pain,' she wrote.</p>

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