BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) – The NYC Department of Transportation and City Council member Amanda Farias teamed up Saturday to co-name a Bronx street after "Night of the Living Dead" director George A. Romero.
The co-naming ceremony took place on the northeast corner of Metropolitan Avenue and Metropolitan Oval in Parkschester, where the filmmaker grew up.
"George Romero's legacy goes beyond film; he influenced generations of filmmakers and sparked meaningful conversations about societal issues," said Majority Leader Amanda Farias. "It is an honor to recognize his roots here in Parkchester and ensure his contributions to cinema and culture are forever remembered."
Officials said the event was attended by members of Romero's family and guests from Bronx cultural institutions.
Romero was born in New York City on Feb. 4, 1940, and grew up in Parkchester. From a young age, he displayed a deep passion for film, a spirit of adventure, and a commitment to creativity.
Romero is credited with reinventing the zombie movie. He passed away in 2017 after battling lung cancer.
This story comprises reporting from The Associated Press.
Matthew Euzarraga is a multimedia journalist from El Paso, Texas. He has covered local news and LGBTQIA topics in the New York City Metro area since 2021. He joined the PIX11 Digital team in 2023. You can see more of his work here.
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