Lyle Alzado was an American actor best known for his roles in various movies and television shows, as well as his career as an NFL defensive lineman. He was born on April 3, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York, and passed away on May 14, 1992, in Portland, Oregon.
Personal and Family Life
Lyle Alzado was married four times and had one child. His last marriage was to Kathy Alzado Murray, which lasted from March 9, 1991, until his death. Throughout his life, he faced challenges, including his struggles with steroid abuse.
Career
Alzado played in the NFL from 1971 to 1991 for teams like the Cleveland Browns, Oakland Raiders, and Denver Broncos. He was known for his intense playing style and earned several accolades, including Defensive Player of the Year in 1977. Beyond football, Alzado appeared in movies and TV shows, portraying tough characters but also showing a humorous side.
Death and Legacy
Lyle Alzado died at the age of 43 from brain cancer, which he believed was caused by his long-term steroid use. He tried to raise awareness about the dangers of steroids before his passing. His legacy continues through his work in sports and entertainment, and he was inducted into the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame in 2008.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Ernest Goes to Camp | 1987-05-22 | Bronk Stinson (Foreman) |
| Destroyer | 1988-04-01 | Ivan Moser |
| Mike Hammer: Murder Takes All | 1989-05-21 | Reggie Diaz |
| Tapeheads | 1988-10-21 | You’ll Never Make It In Show Biz guy |
| Comrades in Arms | 1991-05-01 | Gen. Rada |
| Zapped Again! | 1990-04-14 | Coach Kirby |
| Oceans of Fire | 1986-09-16 | Witkowski |
| Shocktroop | 1989-05-11 | General Orlorf |
| The Girl, the Gold Watch & Dynamite | 1981-05-21 | Mamie |
| Hangfire | 1991-01-11 | Albert |
| Neon City | 1991-12-16 | Bulk |
| The Double McGuffin | 1979-06-01 | |
| Who’s Harry Crumb? | 1989-02-03 | Man in Apartment |
| Bigger Stronger Faster | 2008-05-30 | Self (archive footage) |
| Trapper John, M.D. | 1979-09-23 | |
| MacGyver | 1985-09-29 | |
| True Blue | 1989-12-03 | |
| Broken Badges | 1990-11-24 | |
| Amazing Stories | 1985-09-29 | Lyle Alzado |
| Good Sports | 1991-01-10 | |
| The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! | 1989-09-04 |