Mike Mazurki

Born: 1907-12-25

Birthplace: Tarnopol, Galicia, Austria-Hungary [now Ternopil, Ukraine]

Biography

Mike Mazurki (born: Markijan Mazurkiewicz; 25 December 1907 – 9 December 1990) was an American actor and professional wrestler who appeared in more than 100 films. His towering 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) presence and intimidating face usually got him roles playing tough guys, thugs, strong men, and gangsters.

Known For

Gas Pump Girls
Some Like It Hot
...All the Marbles
Dick Tracy
It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World
Around the World in 80 Days
Samson and Delilah
Alligator
Cheyenne Autumn
Amazon Women on the Moon

Top Movie Credits

Gas Pump Girls Moiv
Some Like It Hot Spats' Henchman
...All the Marbles Chicago Referee (uncredited)
Dick Tracy Old Man at Hotel
It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World Miner
Around the World in 80 Days Drunk in Hong Kong Dive
Samson and Delilah Leader of Philistine Soldiers
Alligator Gatekeeper
Cheyenne Autumn Sr. First Sergeant
Amazon Women on the Moon Dutch (segment "Reckless Youth")