John Philbin (born April 27, 1960) is an American actor who is best known for his appearances in the films Children of the Corn, North Shore, 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, after he brandished a loaded gun at his girlfriend. He pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor weapons charge and was sentenced to 30 days in county jail (credited with 26 days), plus 3 years' probation and complete a 52-week AA program and domestic violence classes.
Filmography Year Title Role Notes1984 Children Of The Corn Amos 1984 Grandview, U.S.A. Cowboy 1985 The New Kids Gideon 1985 Not My Kid Brian 1985 The Return of the Living Dead Chuck 1987 Shy People Tommy 1987 North Shore Turtle 1987 Under Cover Officer Vic Fieldson 1988 The Boost Tim Uncredited1988 Honor Bound Sergeant Max Young 1989 Martians Go Home Donny 1991 Point Break Nathanial 1993 Tombstone Tom McLaury 1994 The Crew Alex 1996 Blossom Time Arthur Steele 1997 The Killing Jar Pete Lawrence 1997 Levitation The Police Officer 1997 Moonbase Lucas 1998 Girl Mr. Jones 2001 The Edge of the Midway Dan 2001 Perfect Fit Monty 2002 Blue Crush 2007 Zombie Farm Agent Richardson 2011 Soul Surfer Fuel TV Reporter #2 2013 The Perfect House Jeff 2015 Bikini Inception 2015 Ovation 2026 Büyü 3: Son Ayin
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