Stuntwoman Jeannie Epper Passes Away at 83

Stuntwoman Jeannie Epper, renowned for her daring performances in numerous movies and TV shows, including the original “Wonder Woman” series, has passed away at the age of 83.

Epper, who had been battling declining health, succumbed to complications from an infection at her home in Simi Valley, California, on May 5, 2024.

Born in 1941, Epper’s illustrious career spanned over 150 feature films, showcasing her skills in iconic productions like “Catch Me If You Can,” “The Amazing Spider-Man,” and “Kill Bill: Vol. 2.”

She gained further recognition through her appearance in Amanda Micheli’s documentary film “Double Dare” in 2004, which followed Epper and fellow stuntwoman Zoë Bell over several years of their stunt work.

A trailblazer in her field, Epper was a founding member of the Stuntwomen’s Association of Motion Pictures in 1968 and later served as its president in 1999.

She received numerous accolades throughout her career, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Taurus World Stunt Awards in 2007, being the first woman to receive such an honor.

Hailing from a family of stunt performers, Epper’s father, John Epper, was a respected stuntman, and both of her brothers, Gary and Tony Epper, followed in his footsteps.

Epper herself began her journey in stunt work at a young age, eventually establishing herself as one of the first professional child stunt doubles.

Continuing the family legacy, all three of Epper’s children, Eurlyne, Richard, and Kurtis, pursued careers in stunt performance, solidifying the Epper family’s enduring impact on the entertainment industry.