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Joe Turkel
Acting
Born: July 15, 1927
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Joseph Turkel was a prolific American character actor. He was noted for his craggy Bronx looks and distinctive, penetrating voice. Turkel worked steadily from 1949 - 1998 in both films and television. He retired in 1998. He still made the occasional appearance at fan conventions even at the age of 90+.
Known For
The Shining
as Lloyd
Blade Runner
as Tyrell
Paths of Glory
as Pvt. Pierre Arnaud
Warlock
as Chet Haggin (uncredited)
The Killing
as Tiny
The Sand Pebbles
as Bronson
Friendly Persuasion
as Poor Loser (uncredited)
The Animals
as Peyote
The St. Valentine's Day Massacre
as Jake 'Greasy Thumb' Guzik
The Prisoner of Second Avenue
as Man Upstairs (voice) (uncredited)
