Fred Olen Ray

Fred Olen Ray (born September 10, 1954) is an American film producer, director, and screenwriter of more than 200 low-to-medium-quality feature films in many genres, including horror, science fiction, action/adventure, erotic thrillers, crime dramas, and holiday films.

Fred Olen Ray
Born (1954-09-10) September 10, 1954
Wellston, Ohio, U.S.
Occupation(s)Film producer, director, screenwriter, actor
Years active1971–present
Spouses
  • Dawn Wildsmith
Kimberly A. Ray
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(m. 1997)​

Ray is the head of Retromedia, which releases DVDs of both his own productions and archival films. He has also worked for other well-known independent studios and on a few occasions for major Hollywood studios. He has been cited as an inspiration for many independent filmmakers. He loaned a 16 mm camera to Quentin Tarantino so he could make My Best Friend's Birthday.

Aside from his work in the film industry, Ray was also a professional wrestler. His wrestling name was Fabulous Freddie Valentine.

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