Poltergeist Cast THEN and NOW（1982-2026）

👻 The cast of this film—some still shining, others forever etched in legend—together created an enduring horror legacy. Heather O'Rourke Filmed at just 5 years old, iconic for "They're here!", tragically passed away in 1988 at age 12 due to illness. Zelda Rubinstein At 48, portrayed the iconic medium with her powerful monologue; passed away in 2010 at age 76. Craig T. Nelson At 37 as the family patriarch; now 81 and still active in acting. JoBeth Williams At 33 as the resilient mother; now 77, still stunning and active in film/TV. Dominique Dunne At 21 as the teenage daughter; tragically murdered later in 1982 at age 22. Beatrice Straight At 67 as the rational parapsychologist; passed away in 2001 at age 86. Oliver Robins At 10 as the mischievous son; now 54, working as a director and writer. Martin Casella Around 24 as the assistant; now around 68-69 and still involved in the industry. Richard Lawson At 34 as a team member; now about 79, living privately. Michael McManus At 35 as the neighbor; now about 79-80, with limited public presence. James Karen At 57 as the developer; passed away in 2018 at age 94. Virginia Kiser Around 44 as the neighbor's wife; now about 88-89 and still living, low-profile.