The Los Angeles Times is reporting that actor Kevin McCarthy, who starred in the 1956 science fiction classic INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS, has died of natural causes at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, Massachusetts. Although McCarthy had a varied career, his performance in BODY SNATCHERS earned him enduring appeal among fans of cinefantastique. He also appeared in THE TWILIGHT ZONE, PIRANHA, and THE HOWLING.
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What an incredible career and a fine actor. Wish I had the chance to meet him in person, but the fans that met him at Chiller Theatre a few years ago said he was an utter joy and complete gentleman.