Sad news today for Firesign Theater fans, Phil Austin has passed away. As posted on firesigntheater.com:
Phil Austin 1941-2015
[6/19/2015 - From Phil Proctor to all our Dear Friends and Firesign Fans:]
"Nick Danger has left the office.
Our dear friend and Firesign Theatre partner for over 50 years succumbed to various forms of cancer early this morning at his home on Fox Island, Washington, with his wife Oona and their six beloved dogs at his side. It is a tremendous and unexpected loss, and we will miss him greatly; but in keeping with his wishes, there will be no public memorial.
Rest in Peace, Regnad Kcin."
We have set up a Memorial Guestbook page on this site.
Austin was 74 years old. He was perhaps best known for his portrayal of Nick Danger, Third Eye. RIP.