Horror Movie Stars You Might Not Know Died

"Killer Klowns From Outer Space" is easily the greatest horror film about extraterrestrial candy floss-wielding circus fiends ever committed to the screen. The cult film remains beloved amongst genre fans who continue to celebrate it for it's anarchic wit, unique set pieces, and legit spooky moments. Peter Licassi was a huge part of what makes the film such an enduring horror fixture, depicting sweet-natured ice cream man Paul Terenzi in the 1988 horror-comedy.

Sadly, his friend and co-star Michael Siegel – who depicted his brother in the film – shared that Licassi had completed suicide in 2020 after struggling with depression "for many years." Confirming the news on Facebook, Siegel wrote, "I will never forget the laughs we shared, the success we had and the tears we cried together," making reference to the ice cream van they shared in the film, he added, "from now and for the rest of my life whenever I look to my right I will see my friend, my brother, my partner enjoying the hell out of life."

The Chiodo Brothers, who made "Killer Klowns From Outer Space," likewise paid tribute to the late star on tribute via Facebook where they shared, "Pete will forever be in our hearts and his memory will live on," and urged others who suffer from depression to "reach out and ask for help."

If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline​ at​ 1-800-273-TALK (8255)​.

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