John Philbin


John Philbin is an American actor who is best known for his appearances in the films Return of the Living Dead, Point Break and Tombstone.

Early life

Philbin began surfing at 12. He studied acting at the University of California, Santa Barbara, as well as being on the university's surf team.

Career

An accomplished surfer, Philbin has used this skill in films such as Point Break, The Boost, and North Shore. Some of his other films include Children of the Corn and The Return of the Living Dead.

Surfing instruction

Philbin gives surf training to actors to prepare them for film roles, one of the most notable being the surf instructor for actors in the film Blue Crush.

Personal life

2015 arrest

Philbin was arrested on February 28, 2015 brandished a loaded gun after a row with his girlfriend. He pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor weapons charge and was sentenced to 30 days in county jail, plus 3 years' probation and complete a 52-week AA program and domestic violence classes.

Filmography