Karl Hardman

Karl Hardman, a celebrated American film producer and gifted actor, was born Karl Hardman Schon on March 22, 1927, in the culturally rich and historically significant city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a metropolitan area renowned for its steel industry heritage and vibrant cultural scene. Throughout his remarkable and illustrious career, Hardman left an indelible and lasting impact on the horror film genre, producing the groundbreaking and influential film Night of the Living Dead, directed by the visionary and innovative George A. Romero, in the pivotal year of 1968. In addition to his numerous and impressive producing credits, Hardman also demonstrated his exceptional range and versatility as a performer by taking on a starring role as Harry Cooper in the same film, showcasing his remarkable ability to excel in a variety of roles. Decades later, he appeared in the 1996 horror-comedy film Santa Claws, playing the character of Bruce Brunswick, further solidifying his status as a talented and enduring figure in the world of horror cinema.