It is with a sense of quiet reflection that we consider the story of Francesco Quinn, a performer who gave life to characters on screen, including a notable turn as Rhah, a member of the platoon in Oliver Stone’s very influential 1987 Vietnam War picture. His passing on August 12, at the age of 48, brought a moment of pause for many who appreciated his contributions to film and television, you know, a real loss for those who follow such things.
He was, in fact, a presence in the acting world, appearing in several projects, and his work in the intense 1986 Oliver Stone production, also centered on the Vietnam conflict, certainly left a mark. This news, which surfaced on a Friday in Malibu, California, really meant that someone who had shared their talent with audiences was no longer with us, and that, too, is almost always a somber thought.
Francesco Quinn, as it happens, carried a well-known family
