Dominick Brascia was an American actor and director best known for his roles in Friday the 13th: A New Beginning, Evil Laugh, and Hard Rock Nightmare. He was born on April 6, 1957, in Staten Island, New York City, and passed away on November 26, 2018, in Bozeman, Montana.
Personal and Family Life
Dominick Brascia had a career that spanned several decades in both acting and directing. He was also a radio talk show host for a time, including a stint at WERC 960AM in Birmingham, Alabama. His life included controversy, as he was accused of being a sexual predator by Cory Haim’s mother, which he could not confirm or deny before his death.
Death and Legacy
He died from natural causes on November 26, 2018. Despite the controversies surrounding his life, Brascia’s work in the film industry left an impact, particularly in the horror genre. His contributions to cinema, especially with films like Evil Laugh, continue to be remembered by fans of cult classics.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Friday the 13th: A New Beginning | 1985-03-22 | Joey |
| Rush Week | 1989-12-01 | Peeper |
| They’re Playing with Fire | 1984-04-01 | Glen |
| Once Bitten | 1985-11-15 | Young Man Buying Ice Cream |
| Evil Laugh | 1986-04-01 | Evil Laugher |
| Busted | 1997-02-17 | Evan Howe |
| (My) Truth: The Rape of 2 Coreys | 2020-03-09 | Self (archive footage) |
| Iron Eagle | 1986-01-17 | Harold (uncredited) |
| National Lampoon’s Last Resort | 1994-04-29 | Chef / Bosun Jack |
| Doin’ Time on Planet Earth | 1988-09-16 | The Jock |
| Ponce de Leon | 1986-11-16 | Alfredo |
| Knight Rider | 1982-09-26 | Harry |
| Knight Rider | 1982-09-26 | Young Man |
| Amazing Stories | 1985-09-29 | Billy Johnson |
| Night Court | 1984-01-04 | Snark |
| Tall Tales & Legends | 1985-09-25 | Alfredo |