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

Some Like It Hot
Dick Tracy
Around the World in 80 Days
It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World
Samson and Delilah
The Egyptian
Alligator
Unconquered
Nightmare Alley
Swing Fever

Top Movie Credits

Some Like It Hot Spats' Henchman
Dick Tracy Old Man at Hotel
Around the World in 80 Days Drunk in Hong Kong Dive
It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World Miner
Samson and Delilah Leader of Philistine Soldiers
The Egyptian Foreman, House of Death
Alligator Gatekeeper
Unconquered Bone
Nightmare Alley Bruno
Swing Fever Wrestler (uncredited)