Ricou Browning was an American film director, actor, producer, screenwriter, underwater cinematographer, and stuntman.
Known for his underwater stunt work, particularly in the 1954 film Creature from the Black Lagoon, in which he portrayed the titular Gill-man in the film’s underwater scenes.
Browning reprised the role for the underwater scenes in the film’s sequels Revenge of the Creature (1955) and The Creature Walks Among Us (1956). He also co-created Flipper with Jack Cowden.
Browning directed the harpoon-filled fight in Thunderball in 1965, an underwater scene in Never Say Never Again in 1983 and the hilarious Jaws-inspired scene in Caddyshack in 1980.
Ricou Browning died on February 27, 2023, at age 93 at his home in Southwest Ranches, Florida.
Ricou Browning Children: Meet Ricou Browning Daughters Renee, Kelly, and Kim
Renee, Kelly, and Kim are the daughters of Ricou Browning. They have one brother, Ricou Browning Jr. ( Marine and Stunt Coordinator).
Although Ricous’ children’s names have been identified, their details are not documented.