Your Mom's House with Christina P. and Tom Segura Hellraiser Or Hilarious w/ Doug Bradley (Pinhead) | Your Mom's House Ep. 824
Aug 20, 2025
In this lively discussion, Doug Bradley, renowned for his role as Pinhead in Hellraiser, shares the intricate details behind his iconic character’s look and the philosophy of horror villains. He also reveals what it's like being recognized by fans who associate him with their childhood nightmares. The conversation takes humorous detours as Doug reflects on the chaos of low-budget filmmaking and how horror has influenced popular culture, including BDSM aesthetics. With his unexpected comedic insights, Doug proves that terror and laughter can co-exist.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
MTV Awards In Full Pinhead Costume
- Doug Bradley describes doing publicity in full Pinhead makeup and costume, including hotel-room applications and awkward elevator encounters.
- He recounts arriving at the MTV Video Awards in makeup and meeting Ringo Starr, which he calls a proud moment.
Makeup Takes Hours To Apply And Remove
- Doug details the makeup process: early Pinhead application took five to six hours, later three to four, with removal taking 30–60 minutes.
- He says removal was worse because prosthetics were glued to skin and had to be removed slowly.
Early Partnership With Clive Barker
- Doug Bradley recounts meeting Clive Barker in school and joining his creative orbit, which he says changed his life.
- He details early collaborations in theatre, masking work, and lengthy creative friendship with Barker.
