Bill Johnson (film and television actor) explained

Bill Johnson
Birth Date:16 December 1951
Birth Place:Austin, Texas
Occupation:Actor

Bill Johnson (born December 16, 1951) is an American actor, known for his role as Leatherface in the 1986 horror film The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2.[1] [2]

Career

Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2

Johnson was chosen to play Leatherface in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2.[3] Despite negative reviews from critics due in part to the film relying much more on gore and black comedy than its predecessor, the film has become a cult classic[4] and it gained Johnson notoriety as one of the six actors to have portrayed the character.

Other projects

Johnson also appeared in the Ultima series of role-playing games, as the voice of the Guardian, the final antagonist of the Ultima series. He also likes to act in the local theaters.

Filmography

External links

Notes and References

  1. Book: Bill Johnson's bio . 7 April 2011. 9781257439539 . 22 January 2020. Self . John . Lulu.com .
  2. Web site: 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2' turns 30. 2016-06-10. KSHB. en. 2020-05-02.
  3. Web site: Dee. Jake. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2: 10 Behind-The-Scenes Facts About The Crazy Sequel. Screen Rant. September 6, 2020. August 20, 2021.
  4. Web site: Bowen. Chuck. Video Review: Tobe Hooper's The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 on Shout! Blu-ray. Slant Magazine. April 21, 2016. August 20, 2021.