Cryptkeeper John Kassir

Actor John Kassir has a lengthy resume stretching back more than 40 years. He is probably best known as the voice of the Cryptkeeper in HBO's Tales from the Crypt franchise. The voice and laugh are iconic.

While some celebrities eschew being typecast or at least very well known for one certain role, Kassir embraces his time as the Cryptkeeper and rightly so. At comic cons, he is constantly asked to do the voice, leave a voice mail, record a greeting or other such bits. He never seems to tire of it or at least he doesn't show it. I was one of those folks. Kassir did a promo for my site.

Kassir has been the ideal guest at conventions. He's prompt, engaging and fun. He makes each encounter a special moment for the fan. That's all anyone could ever want.

 John Kassir and me in Indianapolis, IN-March 2018.

John Kassir at Days of the Dead 2018

John Kassir is one of the coolest celebrities I have met at Days of the Dead. Probably best known for his role as The Crypt Keeper on Tales From the Crypt, John was a very popular guest. He was also very patient and accommodating.

As the man of the famous voice, hundreds of people asked him to do the voice. Several asked him to  leave voice messages in the voice. Not wanting to disappoint his fans, John tirelessly brought out the voice. He even was kind enough to do a promo video for the Beat, which can be found at John Kassir Loves Johngy's Beat.

I talked to John about his legendary role. While it has brought him great fame, it must be frustrating that despite a lengthy resume, the vast majority of fans will always ask about the Crypt Keeper. John handles it well though. He appreciates the fans for whatever they like. He's happy to have such a memorable character and also to have plenty of other roles. He simply seems like a happy man.

Days of the Dead runs several shows all over the country throughout the year. The next event is February 7-9 in Atlanta, GA. For more info, check out DaysoftheDead.com.

John Kassir and me in Schaumburg, IL-November 2018.

John Kassir Loves Johngy's Beat

John Kassir has had a long and successful career. He has worked steadily for over 20 years as an actor, voice actor and comedian. While he is probably best known for being the voice of The Crypt Keeper on HBO's Tales From the Crypt, he first got national exposure in 1985 on Star Search, where he defeated Sinbad for best stand-up comic.

I met Ksssir at a previous Days of the Dead, but spent more time with him at the recent DotD last month. Kassir delighted fans all weekend. You never knew when that Crypt Keeper fellow would join the conversation. He was a great celebrity guest and a really cool guy.

At the end of the weekend, Kassir was kind enough to give us a Johngy's Beat promo. Of course, the Crypt Keeper was part of the fun.

Thank you John and thank you to Days of the Dead for another great convention. The next Days is in Atlanta on January 25-27. Check DaysoftheDead.com for more info.