George Pravda was an American actor who is best known for Thunderball, Firefox, and The Man in the Mirror. Born on June 19, 1916, in Prague, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary, he showcased his talent in a variety of roles throughout his career.
Personal and Family Life
George Pravda, originally named Jirí Pravda, was fluent in six languages. He was married to Hana Maria Pravda from 1946 until his death in 1985, and they had one child together. After World War II, he escaped the Soviet bloc using false papers and eventually moved to Australia via France.
Career
Pravda had a dynamic acting career, appearing in the Doctor Who franchise multiple times and in the James Bond film franchise. His stage work included performances at the Prague Realistic Theatre Company, and he transitioned to a successful television career in England, often playing characters with European backgrounds, especially spies and scientists.
Death and Legacy
George Pravda passed away on April 30, 1985, in London, England. He left behind a legacy of diverse performances in film, television, and theater, remembered for his impactful roles that spanned over three decades.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Thunderball | 1965-12-11 | Kutze |
| Firefox | 1982-06-18 | General Borov |
| The Man in the Mirror | 1966 | N/A |
| Doctor Who: The Enemy of the World | 1968-01-27 | Denes |
| Doctor Who: The Deadly Assassin | 1976-11-20 | Castellan Spandrell |
| Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed | 1969-05-22 | Dr. Frederick Brandt |
| Where the Spies Are | 1966-01-26 | 1st Agent |
| Submarine X-1 | 1968-03-22 | Capt. Erlich of the ‘Lindendorf’ |
| Dracula | 1974-06-13 | Innkeeper |
| Gulag | 1985-01-13 | Bukovsky |