Yaphet Kotto

Yaphet Frederick Kotto (November 16, 1939 – March 15, 2021) was an American actor known for numerous film roles, as well as starring in the NBC television series Homicide: Life on the Street (1993-99) as Lieutenant Al Giardello. His films include the science-fiction and horror film Alien (1979), and the Arnold Schwarzenegger science-fiction and action film The Running Man (1987). He portrayed the main villain Dr. Kananga/Mr. Big in the James Bond movie Live and Let Die (1973). He appeared opposite Robert De Niro in the comedy thriller Midnight Run (1988) as FBI Agent Alonzo Mosley.

Personal Info

Known For Acting

Gender Male

Birthday November 16, 1939

Place of Birth

New York City

Filmography

1987

The Running Man

as William Laughlin

Movie

1979

Alien

as Parker

Movie

1973

Live and Let Die

as Kananga/Mr. Big

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