Rudy Ricci was an American writer and actor notable for his contributions to the horror genre. He co-wrote the story for The Return of the Living Dead (1985), a film that blended horror and comedy elements.  Ricci also appeared as a zombie in George A. Romero's Night of the Living Dead (1968) and portrayed a motorcycle raider in Dawn of the Dead (1978).  His work has left a lasting impact on horror cinema.