April 19
2005 – George P. Cosmatos, who directed “Of Unknown Origin” and “Leviathan,” passed away at the age of 64.
1994 – Michael Carreras, producer of many Hammer classics, including “Curse Of The Mummy’s Tomb,” “The Curse of Frankenstein,” and “Horror of Dracula,” passed away at the age of 66.
1989 – Daphne Du Maurier who wrote the story “The Birds,” passed away at the age of 81.
1970 – George Blair who directed many episodes of the original “Superman” TV series as well as the film “The Hypnotic Eye,” passed away at the age of 64.
1824 – One of the most influential poet/writers of his time and friend of the Shelly’s (Percy & Mary Wollenstonecraft Godwin), Lord Byron passed away at the age of 36
