Alex Rodine was an American actor who is best known for JFK, Firefox, and Battlestar Galactica. Born Alexander Rodzianko on June 18, 1922, in Berlin, Weimar Republic (now Germany), he made a significant mark in the film and television industry. He passed away on January 4, 2003.
Personal and Family Life
Alex Rodine was married to Anna Cheselka on July 17, 1949, and they had two children together. The couple opened the Anna Cheselka Dance Center in Studio City, California, in 1967, which showcased their dedication to the arts. Rodine’s family life was intertwined with his passion for performance and education.
Death and Legacy
Alex Rodine died on January 4, 2003. His contributions to film and television continue to be remembered, and he left behind a legacy of diverse roles that displayed his talent and versatility as an actor. His work is appreciated by audiences even years after his passing.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Colossus: The Forbin Project | 1970-04-08 | Dr. Kuprin |
| Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round | 1966-10-12 | Translator |
| Son of Dinosaurs | 1989-11-29 | |
| JFK | 1991-12-20 | White House Man |
| Firefox | 1982-06-18 | Captain of the Riga |
| Futureworld | 1976-08-13 | KGB Man |
| The Trial of Lee Harvey Oswald | 1977-09-30 | |
| Wake Me When the War Is Over | 1969-10-14 | |
| The Concorde… Airport ’79 | 1979-08-17 | Russian Olympic Team Coach |
| Rescue from Gilligan’s Island | 1978-10-14 | 1st Officer |
| MacArthur | 1977-07-15 | General Derevyanko |
| Murderers’ Row | 1966-12-20 | Guard (uncredited) |
| The Invaders | 1967-01-10 | Guard |
| ER | 1994-09-19 | Sasha |
| Battlestar Galactica | 1978-09-17 | Lanceman |
| The Rockford Files | 1974-09-13 | Willy Schindler |
| Taxi | 1978-09-12 | The Maitre D’ |
| Mission: Impossible | 1966-09-17 | Duchinoff |
| The Amazing Spider-Man | 1978-04-05 |