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David Emge

1946 – 2024

American actor

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Lived 1946 – 2024 (aged 77). David Emge was an American chef, film actor, television actor, stage actor and actor.

David Michael Emge (September 9, 1946 – January 20, 2024) was an American actor. He was best known for playing Stephen "Flyboy" Andrews in George A. Romero's horror film Dawn of the Dead.

Life and career David Michael Emge was born in Evansville, Indiana, on September 9, 1946. One of his classmates and acting partners while in college was Ron Glass, who later became famous as a starring member of the situation comedy Barney Miller. While working as a chef in a New York City restaurant, Emge met George A. Romero, who cast him in the role for which he would be most remembered, as Stephen in Romero's zombie epic, Dawn of the Dead (1978). Even until 2007, Emge still participated in occasional acting and film conventions. He died in Evansville on January 20, 2024, at the age of 77.

Filmography Year Title Role Notes 1975 The Booby Hatch Angelo Fettucini 1978 Dawn of the Dead Stephen "Flyboy" Andrews 1990 Basket Case 2 "Half Moon" 1992 Hellmaster Robert

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Who was David Emge?

American actor (1946–2024)

When was David Emge born?

David Emge was born on 9 September 1946 in Evansville.

When did David Emge die?

David Emge died on 20 January 2024 in Evansville.

What was David Emge's occupation?

David Emge was a chef, film actor, television actor, stage actor and actor.

What nationality was David Emge?

David Emge was American.

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· Wikidata: Q1174345

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