Luna Park developer Alberto Zamperla dies at 71
Alberto Zamperla, who relaunched Coney Island’s Luna Park 12 years ago, died Nov. 17 at age 71.
Zamperla was the second-generation president of global amusement manufacturer The Zamperla Group. His family developed Luna Park through their company Central Amusement International Inc.
In 2019, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions inducted Zamperla into its Hall of Fame, which also includes his father Antonio. Filmmaker Walt Disney and Ferris wheel inventor George Ferris are among the hall’s members.