Reggie Bannister, Star of the ‘Phantasm’ Franchise, Has Passed AwayTerrible news this evening as we’ve learned that Reggie Bannister, star of the Phantasm franchise, has passed away. But it was their third film, Phantasm, that would forever endear them to horror fans. REGGIE BANNISTER (1945-2026) I lost my hero yesterday. I am very sorry to report that my dear friend and collaborator, Reggie Bannister, died yesterday at age 80. Reggie Bannister was a gifted creative collaborator, a dear friend and he will be sincerely missed.