Edward Ansara was an American actor who is best known for The Onion Movie (2008), Cover Up (1984), and Kojak (1973). He was born on June 9, 1919, and passed away on March 6, 2008, in Diamond Bar, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Edward Ansara had a varied career that started when he was just 15 years old, performing on radio. He also worked in opera, served in the military during World War II, and was involved in writing and producing plays after the war. Additionally, he was a commercial artist and letterer. His nephew is producer Richard Connor.
Death and Legacy
Edward Ansara died on March 6, 2008. His contributions to film and theatre continue to be remembered by fans and colleagues alike. He also authored a book titled “Escape to Freedom,” which is a biography of performer Cynthia Lynn.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Beyond Evil | 1980-05-01 | Raymond Broido |
| Evel Knievel | 1974-03-29 | Newsman |
| Charlie and the Great Balloon Chase | 1981-07-12 | Gardener |
| The Gumball Rally | 1976-07-28 | Head Waiter |
| Rabbit Test | 1978-04-09 | Second Newscaster |
| The Pirate | 1978-11-21 | Mr. Riad |
| The A-Team | 1983-01-23 | Sheik Fatasi |
| Kojak | 1973-10-24 | Father Aleksei |