Pirates Of The Caribbean and ‘Leatherface’ actor Bob Elmore had died; he was 65.
The stuntman and actor famously appeared as Leatherface in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 and it was his co-star Caroline Williams who announced his death publicly. No cause of death has yet been shared.
Posting on Instagram this week, Williams wrote “My dear Bob Elmore has passed” and later shared a photo of the two together at a fan event in Crypticon Minnesota. Williams confirmed that Elmore passed away on June 28.
Elmore also played the Executioner in Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World’s End opposite Johnny Depp. He was also in the original film, Pirates Of The Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl, in 2003 as a stunt performer.
As noted on Bloody Disgusting, Elmore began his career in California on a theme park’s Wild West Stunt Show before being trained as a stuntman by Gene LeBell in Los Angeles.
Elmore had many roles in Hollywood films, notably The Usual Suspects, and he was a stunt double in many films including Uncle Buck, Casino, City Of Angels, Being John Malkovich and Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment.
Tributes meanwhile, have been paid to Elmore across Hollywood.
Home of Horror wrote: “We’re saddened to learn that Bob Elmore has passed away. Horror fans will always remember him for his role as one of the performers behind Leatherface in Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2.
“A skilled stuntman and true professional, Bob brought power and precision to the character during its most physical and dangerous moments.”
Horror Realm Con also shared a tribute on Facebook, writing: “Awful news coming out that Bob Elmore has passed away. We were fortunate to have him as a guest at Horror Realm a few years back.
“He was actually booked for 2026 but we have not announced any guests yet. We are sorry we won’t have a chance to be with him one more time. Our condolences to Bob’s family.”
More tributes were paid on Twitter. One fan wrote: “Rest in peace, Bob Elmore, beloved by Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 fans. Your kindness and warmth at every con will never be forgotten.”
Another added: “Sad day for TCM2 fans. Rest in peace Bob Elmore, you were my favourite bubba and a very genuinely kind and sweet person that let me talk and gush to him at every convention I saw him at.”
RIP Bob Elmore – Leatherface in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 pic.twitter.com/SA1p1myjmM
— Danny Darko (@BluenoseDanny) June 29, 2025
Bob Elmore Iconic stuntman who brought Leatherface to life in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 has passed away. #RIP pic.twitter.com/1T8NHeg4q1
— Juan Carlos Vilar Rodao (@juanca2vilar) June 30, 2025
You can see some further tributes to Elmore here:
Bloody Disgusting is sad to learn that stuntman and actor Bob Elmore, who memorably played Leatherface in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2, has passed away. Elmore also did stunt work for The Monster Squad, Nothing But Trouble, and Dr. Giggles. pic.twitter.com/3RWKWfFBIO
— Bloody Disgusting (@BDisgusting) June 29, 2025
Fango is sad to hear the news of Bob Elmore’s passing. Mr. Elmore was a fan favorite, best known for his work as Leatherface in THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE PART 2. Our condolences to his friends, family and fans. pic.twitter.com/ZOZYsIwfk7
— FANGORIA (@FANGORIA) June 30, 2025
Yesterday we lost a legend
Rest In peace Bob Elmore,
He would specifically say that he wasn’t an actor but that couldn’t be further from the truth with what he brought to the table to The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2
In his Amazing portrayal of leatherface pic.twitter.com/8MHaGhcXPm
— Dandy Mystified 🪚 (@DandyMystified) June 29, 2025
Rest in peace, Bob Elmore, beloved by *Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2* fans. Your kindness and warmth at every con will never be forgotten. 😢 #TCM2 pic.twitter.com/NsS6fpVqT5
— DarkCinematic (@Horrorland_Ua) June 30, 2025
Sad to hear about the passing of Bob Elmore, who played Leatherface in TCM2. Rest in peace, sir. pic.twitter.com/yjoHffAPZH
— A.J. Leatherman (@AJLeatherman) June 29, 2025
Sad day for TCM2 fans
Rest in peace Bob Elmore, you were my favorite bubba and a very genuinely kind and sweet person that let me talk and gush to him at every convention I saw him at pic.twitter.com/QMgL0Sq54H
— meticulousHand 🐮 ❤️💛💙 (@mooticulous) June 29, 2025
Rewatching tonight in honor of the passing of Bob Elmore. pic.twitter.com/mER7s6ljhA
— Craig Stafford (@watubigmann) July 2, 2025
Remembering Bob Elmore, best known for portraying Leatherface in Chainsaw 2 (along with Bill Johnson, though Elmore enjoyed more screen time under the mask). I met him in 2021 and he couldn’t have been nicer. pic.twitter.com/NAlmIr3U7U
— pizowell™ (@pizowell) June 29, 2025
RIP Bob Elmore. We met him in Belfast years ago and he was delightful to talk to. A stuntman who made characters come alive, particularly his physical performance as Leatherface in Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2#BobElmore #Leatherface #horrorfan #horror #TexasChainsawMassacre2 pic.twitter.com/zlhx9Qv4Ac
— ᴛʜᴇ ꜰʀɪɢʜᴛ ᴄʟᴜʙ ɴɪ💀 (@TheFrightClubNI) July 1, 2025
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