February 9th
2007 – Ian Richardson, who appeared in the films “Dark City” and “From Hell,” passed away at the age of 72.
1986 – Make-up artist Ben Nye, whose film work included “Planet of the Apes,” “The Alligator People” and “The Fly,” passed away at the age of 79.
1973 – Hajime Tsuburaya, who directed episodes for many of the “Ultraman” series and spin-offs, passed away at the age of 41. He was the son of Toho effects whiz, Eiji Tsuburaya.