News

Sid Haig Remembered: Rob Zombie and Others Pay Tribute

Published

5 years ago

September 23, 2019

This morning brought with it the sad news of the passing of horror icon Sid Haig at age 80. Haig’s career lasted nearly 60 years, and his portrayal of charismatic villain Captain Spaulding in House of 1000 Corpses and The Devil’s Rejects made him a legend.

Understandably, tributes to Haig are flooding in from the horror community, including many people who had the pleasure of working with him. Haig’s reputation as a kind, down-to-Earth guy preceded him, and he clearly never took his fame for granted.

Included below is a selection of social media tributes to Haig from various notables, beginning with director Rob Zombie himself, who penned a touching farewell to his friend and colleague on Facebook. Sid Haig may sadly be gone, but he’ll never be forgotten.

https://www.facebook.com/RobZombie/photos/a.385845778322/10156931581118323/?type=3&theater

https://www.instagram.com/p/B2wfWuRHpFi/

https://www.facebook.com/RobZombie/photos/a.10150599296288323/10156931649383323/?type=3&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARA48M42gpY14fLLhO8tt64MUYJRXph9e8uZ5rPuvP7KajK_DPXU_wrS-k-jGOKXUD2-PP76NHxCHE6NLVLWxQjtYyaV7NqqXMvNB5qodttiSPVovBXywDA-16awnWdr0_o5b_r3B5-TRb7fCa_lFPIyOkUIBEKv8VQ7Qlg7F6F7R6L0-tNuPgbwecefYqHz7-JlsxqkiO_et_V_MDRxMyafP76Y_Dx68k3PmxEPYfPxgFQuOEhJqI8hjX4fh4d-i_GELmPfPyG2jngkZbZp51NJGxEh4u0&__tn__=-R

https://www.facebook.com/RobZombie/photos/a.385845778322/10156932552988323/?type=3&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARDLtr9K20bdcRZsoZu5HTifrGKuXG3SVRWpSqg8HN_JCtIR6S3HhP_mMe589myWcSsmasynJZUqkGkH176NHMF2vZriJbyoerfmtw1vbvuPEMjnF4QqoKo0LmaRIWz6I5jPl259EIe2A6VUcJN1DIjrQIzCmuQms6LgyNb0y9mCc1DQ1ir6fBVKystSsz3OeAZR_luqhZZiecQ-IKkMi0tdQ2ZOprW80mHLhT0-Uy76TMFd4ZiEw3JWXOkjVnY5lhWR_BRbWHpdsEeYiIL0-aoF73VIDtdand9SCJe_bxUqlHR3khLTHp6Df6PQfZPuTDbD1elij0MnuZLAlYyr&__tn__=-R

https://www.facebook.com/RobZombie/photos/a.385845778322/10156932583198323/?type=3&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARC50TQyS1CxQwb7NuesSy-UKOKZ4ol-1VBNewKczr_P-Zx6P33BydZhGwTFG2X7t1ugj8UMIO9cdS1tfkpS7n_dKNi60uICAfN_ukI4SaMbU-ki1ihlFPS8qNlcA3GRZ_nezcOjzce5iYt1Dwr3c4FjWl7XYkUxJ1Rx3v7YBygpWOvAc7EAB4GzdhfDUVaNNEIXbp4lAJfMtppfYCkIx9y6VzZ4OymvL7wXCoeeh0ixiQDju0eJ5MqmSRVjNeD-M1Swlos6p13IIrqR6ugeM8fX1bewx8exz6yek4Zgg8pC6ZwaLi6qMqxBnYz5-y4Ty-4J1YXDEhdJMapOkSLb&__tn__=-R

https://www.instagram.com/p/B2w31g3hwDz/

https://www.instagram.com/p/B2wlCK_JwS8/

Let history record that just last month Sid Haig showed up for the Scares That Care charity event, flying cross country and taking care of his fans even when he was having trouble walking. He loved the horror family as much as horror loved him.@Shudder @kinky_horror pic.twitter.com/ghgro55VcY

— Joe Bob Briggs (@therealjoebob) September 23, 2019

Goodbye Sid Haig. A great mate to hang with. An enthralling storyteller. A class act. One of a kind. An historical landmark that will missed forever. pic.twitter.com/1YSYbE1p69

— Tom Savini (@THETomSavini) September 23, 2019

Awww so sad about Sid Haig. From Spider Baby to Captain Spaulding he created a strong iconic presence in all his roles. In person he was warm and kind and all will remember how devoted he was to his fans. Too soon gone but so bold and brilliant we will never forget. #Rip

— Barbara Crampton (@barbaracrampton) September 23, 2019

RIP #SidHaig. I had the pleasure and thrill of working with him on Halloween Wars. He was very kind and very, very funny. Sid made an indelible mark on the horror genre, and made devoted fans of us all. pic.twitter.com/sFnSYr2M6B

— Don Mancini (@RealDonMancini) September 23, 2019

I'm heartbroken at the loss of my friend and horror icon Sid Haig. Every film you were in, and the world as a whole was better because you were in it. You always made me smile Sid. One of your many gifts. RIP Captain. You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten. #RIPSidHaig pic.twitter.com/bUdxNHSeDD

— Ginger Lynn Allen (@BlameItOnGinger) September 23, 2019

Very sad to hear about Sid Haig’s passing. I knew him for many years and he was one of my favs! I will really miss him. 😢 R.I.P. #sidhaig pic.twitter.com/mYRFMNxE9t

— Elvira (@TheRealElvira) September 23, 2019

As a veteran of cons and appearances #UncleSid was a strong steady presence. his career covered decades of entertainment. His private words to me meant the most. You sir were strength personified. Rest in #Paradise
ur impact in fans is already missed

— Tony Todd (@TonyTodd54) September 23, 2019

It’s fairly rare in the movie industry to find an actor that nobody seems to have a bad word to say about, but that definitely seems to be the case for Haig. At the rate the tributes keep pouring in, it’s possible there will be enough for a second post tomorrow.

Goodbye Sid Haig. All of us here at iHorror will miss your presence in horror films, and at conventions. Still, we can’t begin to imagine the pain your family and friends are feeling right now. Rest in peace Captain Spaulding, and know you’re in our thoughts.

Sid Haig as Captain Spaulding

Sid Haig and Bill Moseley Reunite in ‘Cynthia’

ICYMI (in case you missed it)

Image via IMDB

Teaming up with fellow Rob Zombie alumni Scout Taylor-Compton (Halloween 1&2), Sid Haig and Bill Moseley will join horror forces once again in the upcoming film Cynthia. Not to be confused with the 1947 drama of the same name starring Elizabeth Taylor, Cynthia will be released to VOD and DVD/Blu sometime in October of 2018.

Click here to continue…

'Civil War' Review: Is It Worth Watching?

Click to comment

You must be logged in to post a comment Login

You must be logged in to post a comment.

Movies

Trailer for ‘The Exorcism’ Has Russell Crowe Possessed

Published

2 hours ago

April 25, 2024

Timothy Rawles

The latest exorcism movie is about to drop this summer. It’s aptly titled The Exorcism and it stars Academy Award winner turned B-movie savant Russell Crowe. The trailer dropped today and by the looks of it, we are getting a possession movie that takes place on a movie set.

Just like this year’s recent demon-in-media-space film Late Night With the Devil, The Exorcism happens during a production. Although the former takes place on a live network talk show, the latter is on an active sound stage. Hopefully, it won’t be entirely serious and we’ll get some meta chuckles out of it.

The film will open in theaters on June 7, but since Shudder also acquired it, it probably won’t be long after that until it finds a home on the streaming service.

Crowe plays, “Anthony Miller, a troubled actor who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. His estranged daughter, Lee (Ryan Simpkins), wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions or if there’s something more sinister at play. The film also stars Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg and David Hyde Pierce.”

Crowe did see some success in last year’s The Pope’s Exorcist mostly because his character was so over-the-top and infused with such comical hubris it bordered on parody. We will see if that is the route actor-turned-director Joshua John Miller takes with The Exorcism.

'Civil War' Review: Is It Worth Watching?

News

Win a Stay at The Lizzie Borden House From Spirit Halloween

Published

3 hours ago

April 25, 2024

Timothy Rawles

Spirit Halloween has declared that this week marks the start of spooky season and to celebrate they are offering fans a chance to stay at the Lizzie Borden House with so many perks Lizzie herself would approve.

The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River, MA is claimed to be one of the most haunted houses in America. Of course one lucky winner and up to 12 of their friends will find out if the rumors are true if they win the grand prize: A private stay in the notorious house.

“We are delighted to work with Spirit Halloween to roll out the red carpet and offer the public a chance to win a one-of-a-kind experience at the infamous Lizzie Borden House, which also includes additional haunted experiences and merchandise,” said Lance Zaal, President & Founder of US Ghost Adventures.

Fans can enter to win by following Spirit Halloween‘s Instagram and leaving a comment on the contest post from now through April 28.

The prize also includes:

An exclusive guided house tour, including insider insight around the murder, the trial, and commonly reported hauntings

A late-night ghost tour, complete with professional ghost-hunting gear

A private breakfast in the Borden family dining room

A ghost hunting starter kit with two pieces of Ghost Daddy Ghost Hunting Gear and a lesson for two at US Ghost Adventures Ghost Hunting Course

The ultimate Lizzie Borden gift package, featuring an official hatchet, the Lizzie Borden board game, Lily the Haunted Doll, and America’s Most Haunted Volume II

Winner’s choice of a Ghost Tour experience in Salem or a True Crime experience in Boston for two

“Our Halfway to Halloween celebration provides fans an exhilarating taste of what’s to come this fall and empowers them to start planning for their favorite season as early as they please,” said Steven Silverstein, CEO of Spirit Halloween. “We have cultivated an incredible following of enthusiasts who embody the Halloween lifestyle, and we’re thrilled to bring the fun back to life.”

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Spirit Halloween (@spirithalloween)

Spirit Halloween is also preparing for their retail haunted houses. On Thursday, August 1 their flagship store in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. will officially open to start off the season. That event usually draws in hordes of people eager to see what new merch, animatronics, and exclusive IP goods will be trending this year.

'Civil War' Review: Is It Worth Watching?

Movies

’28 Years Later’ Trilogy Taking Shape With Serious Star Power

Published

5 hours ago

April 25, 2024

Timothy Rawles

Danny Boyle is revisiting his 28 Days Later universe with three new films. He will direct the first, 28 Years Later, with two more to follow. Deadline is reporting that sources say Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes have been cast for the first entry, a sequel to the original. Details are being kept under wraps so we don’t know how or if the first original sequel 28 Weeks Later fits into the project.

**Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Ralph Fiennes**

Boyle will direct the first movie but it’s unclear which role he will take on in the subsequent films. What is known is Candyman (2021) director Nia DaCosta is scheduled to direct the second film in this trilogy and that the third will be filmed immediately afterward. Whether DaCosta will direct both is still unclear.

Alex Garland is writing the scripts. Garland is having a successful time at the box office right now. He wrote and directed the current action/thriller Civil War which was just knocked out of the theatrical top spot by Radio Silence’s Abigail.

There is no word yet on when, or where, 28 Years Later will start production.