Janos Prohaska was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Star Trek, Bewitched, and The Outer Limits. He was born on October 10, 1919, in Budapest, Hungary, and had a notable career playing various animal characters in films and television.
Personal and Family Life
Janos Prohaska was married to Irene M. Knoke on June 29, 1969, until his untimely death. They shared a son named Robert Prohaska. Prohaska was known for his unique talent in portraying animals on screen, earning a memorable place in pop culture.
Death and Legacy
Janos Prohaska tragically died in a plane crash on March 13, 1974, in Bishop, California, USA. His contributions to television and film, particularly in iconic series and movies, remain cherished by fans and contribute to his lasting legacy as a versatile performer.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Bikini Beach | 1964-07-22 | Clyde |
| Escape from the Planet of the Apes | 1971-05-20 | Heloise (uncredited) |
| Pussycat, Pussycat, I Love You | 1970-03-25 | Gorilla |
| Man of Steel | 1967-03-25 | |
| Star Trek: The Cage | 1965-02-01 | Anthropoid Ape / Humanoid Bird |
| Lost in Space | 1965-09-15 | Bird Monster |
| Perry Mason | 1957-09-21 | Gorilla |
| Bewitched | 1964-09-17 | |
| Star Trek | 1966-09-08 | The Mugato |
| Here’s Lucy | 1968-09-23 | Gorboona |
| Gilligan’s Island | 1964-09-26 | |
| Land of the Giants | 1968-09-22 | Gorilla |
| Temperatures Rising | 1972-09-12 | Gorilla |
| The Outer Limits | 1963-09-16 | Thetan (uncredited) |
| Star Trek | 1966-09-08 | The Horta |
| Star Trek | 1966-09-08 | Yarnek (uncredited) |
| Land of the Giants | 1968-09-22 | Gorilla – Bobo |
| The Outer Limits | 1963-09-16 | The Mikie |
| Mayberry R.F.D. | 1968-09-23 | Bear |
| The Lucy Show | 1962-10-01 | Monkey |
| Here’s Lucy | 1968-09-23 | Bear |