Back to peopleJohn AmplasKnown forActingAge77 yearsPlace of birthPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesBiographyLife and careerJohn Amplas (born June 23, 1949) is an American actor best known for his work with director George A. Romero, particularly his appearances in the lead role of Martin (1977), as well as Dawn of the Dead (1978) and Creepshow (1982).Filmography5 filmsAll5Acting5Crew1The Dark Half1993as Thad Beaumont (double)Day of the Dead1985as FisherCreepshow1982as Nathan's Corpse (segment "Father's Day")Dawn of the Dead1978as 2nd Guy on Roof (uncredited)CastingAssistant Makeup ArtistMartin1978as Martin Mathias