Is this the first film by Prey’s star, and who plays the Predator?

There are some figures in the realm of horror and sci-fi cinema that you’ll never forget. The Xenomorph of Ridley Scott’s AlienMichael Myers HalloweenLeatherface of Texas Chainsaw Massacre.

They are so iconic, in fact, that they have a tendency to pop up in the movies again and again, going to show that you just can’t keep a cool character design down. The Predator is the clear choice when it comes down to the best.

Audiences were introduced to this unique alien species in John McTiernan’s sci-fi action extravaganza Predator back in 1987 and it was no surprise to see a franchise born. However, it’s been pretty divisive, with AvP spin-offs and main series sequels failing to meet the high expectations of majority fans.

Director Dan Trachtenberg, however, has delivered the most well-received installment since the original Prey.

In 1719, Naru (played in part by Amber Midthunder) is a Comanche warrior who becomes a hunter for her people after a mysterious alien arrives. What is the role of Predator, that mysterious alien?

Who plays Predator?

Dane Diliegro is the Predator of Prey.

The 34-year old American actor, a former basketball player (he played for eight years), has appeared in many projects and is now well-known as a creature actor.

In retrospect, he first appeared in screens in The Walking Dead In 2020, he was the Hero Walker. Sweet Home (Muscle Monster), Side hustle (Zeke), American Horror Stories (Ba’al / Scare Patrol), and The Quest (The Dragior).

He also starred as Alien Overlord in the 2022 music video for Doja Cat’s Get Into It (Yuh). While you may not be able to recognize Dane, chances are you have seen him showcase his talents onscreen before.

However, this is his first time acting in and working on a Predator movie.

Is Dane Diliegro an Instagram user?

Yes, you can find him at dd.instagram

His current followers number 38.7k. There are also a few posts that showcase his work as well as BTS stills of him half-in and in costume. Here is a photo of him at Prey’s premiere. He says “last night was a movie!”

‘I shot the entire movie essentially blind’

Dane recently sat with The Los Angeles Times and discussed his work on Prey, explaining that there’s far more to his craft than meets the eye:

“A lot of times the people in the production department think they can just stick a stuntman in there and all will be groovy. But a creature actor is very much an actor… You’re telling your story with your shoulders, your posture, the way you’re walking, the way you’re moving. In some ways it’s more difficult than speaking.”

He also added: “I shot the entire movie essentially blind, with my head in the neck of this being. In order for the Predator to look forward, I had to stare at my feet through two tiny neck holes. Sticks were laid on the ground so I’d know where to walk or run.”

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Also, who plays Prey’s Predator and is this his debut in the franchise?