SFX artist Ed Martinez (Dead Pit) just sent me the news that Ben Chapman, the man who played the creature in Creature from the Black Lagoon, passed away on Feb. 21, 2008. Chapman was 79-years-old and left behind his wife Merrilee, and son, Ben Chapman III. If you wish to send flowers or cards you may do so to:

The Ben Chapman Family
300 Wainani Way, #1612
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815

You can also check out his official site www.the-reelgillman.com