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Telly Savalas


Birth name: Aristotelis Savalas
Birth: 21 January 1922
Died: 22 January 1994
Nationality: American
Hollywood Walk Star: Yes
Telly Savalas

Career / Biography

Telly Savalas appeared in various films in the 1960's but was famous for his television role as the bald lollipop sucking detective Kojak.

Oscars

Nomination - Best Supporting Actor - Birdman of Alcatraz (1962)
Telly Savalas