Legendary actor and stuntman Neil Summers has passed away at the age of 81. Summers is best known for his role in “Dick Tracy” as the Rodent. However, he was also a significant part of “RoboCop” and worked as a stuntman in several films and television shows.
A close friend of Summers, David Friedman, confirmed the sad news to TMZ on September 10. Notably, Summers passed away on September 4 at his home in Kanab, Utah. The report states that his family surrounded him at the time of passing. It was noted that he passed away from natural causes.
Tributes are Pouring in for His Legacy
Summers never became an A-list talent. Still, he leaves a significant mark on the entertainment industry. As a result, many are taking to social media to pay tribute to his legacy and to remember the works he did during his decades in the business.
One person stated on X, “I learned that actor/stuntman Neil Summers, who portrayed The Rodent in Dick Tracy, has passed away. Summers starred in numerous film & TV westerns and owned one of the largest western collections in the world. He was a true gentleman and cowboy at heart. He was 81 yrs old. RIP, sir.”
Additionally, someone else wrote on the platform, “I’m very sad to hear that my dear friend Neil Summers has passed away. Rest in Peace my friend, you were a real Cowboy.”
Another person wrote, “Farewell to the extraordinary Neil Summers, British actor and specialist forever linked to the western thanks to his memorable performances in films like the fantastic MY NAME IS NOBODY, alongside his great friend Terence Hill.”
Summers Will be Missed
Summers began his career as a stuntman in the 1960s. Some of his early work can be seen in “Death Valley Days,” “McLintock!,” “Cheyenne Autumn,” and “The Greatest Story Ever Told.” He was even in “The Young and the Restless” in the 1970s. According to IMDb, his work in some of these films and television shows was uncredited.
Summers continued his stunt work throughout the 80s, 90s, and even into the 2000s. Some of his more recent work includes 2003’s “Holes” and an episode of “General Hospital” in 2006. Summers later became a stunt coordinator, which led him to work on sets such as “Unrest” in 2006 and “Doc West” in 2009.
Regarding acting, he was in “RoboCop” in 1987, “My Name Is Nobody” in 1973, and “Mercury Rising” in 1998. Summers was in “Dick Tracy” in 1990.
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