Paul Koslo was an American actor best known for his roles in “Vanishing Point,” “The Omega Man,” and “Mr. Majestyk.” He had a distinctive presence in both film and television, appearing in numerous productions throughout his career.
Personal and Family Life
Born on June 27, 1944, in Warstein, Germany, Paul Koslo was raised in Canada after his family moved there post-World War II. He was married twice, first to Diane E. Thiel from 1968 until their divorce in 1976, and later to Allaire Paterson-Koslo in 1997 until his death in 2019. He had one child from his second marriage. Paul trained at the National Theatre School in Montreal, which helped launch his acting career.
Career Overview
Koslo gained popularity in the 1970s, often portraying characters with an edge, such as the cunning Bobby Kopas in “Mr. Majestyk.” Over the years, he appeared alongside Hollywood legends like John Wayne and Clint Eastwood. While his filmography included hits in the 70s, many of his later works were low-budget or straight-to-video productions, especially in the 1990s.
Death and Legacy
Paul Koslo passed away on January 9, 2019, in Lake Hughes, California, due to pancreatic cancer. His legacy includes a diverse collection of work across various genres in film and television. Many fans remember him for his sharp performances and memorable characters, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.
Filmography
Title
Release Date
Character
Inferno
1999-09-25
Ives
Heaven’s Gate
1980-11-19
Mayor Charlie Lezak
The Omega Man
1971-08-01
Dutch
Loose Cannons
1990-02-09
Grimmer
Vanishing Point
1971-01-15
Young Cop
The Drowning Pool
1975-07-18
Candy
Mr. Majestyk
1974-07-17
Bobby Kopas
Cleopatra Jones
1973-07-13
Tony (uncredited)
The Stone Killer
1973-08-08
Langley
Joe Kidd
1972-07-19
Roy
Conagher
1991-07-01
Kiowa Staples
Robot Jox
1989-10-01
Alexander
Love and Bullets
1979-04-05
Huntz
Rooster Cogburn
1975-11-01
Luke
Tomorrow Never Comes
1978-03-02
Willy
A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon
1988-07-26
Al Reardon
Chained Heat 2
1993-08-25
Franklin Goff
Xtro 2: The Second Encounter
1990-05-04
Dr. Alex Summerfield
The Losers
1970-06-08
Limpy
Welcome Home, Soldier Boys
1971-12-10
Shooter
The Daughters of Joshua Cabe
1972-09-13
Deke Wetherall
The Annihilators
1985-01-01
Roy Boy Jagger
Lolly-Madonna XXX
1973-02-21
Villum Gutshall
Downdraft
1996-08-04
General Devlin
Bootleggers
1974-06-06
Othar Pruitt
Drive Like Lightning
1992-01-08
The Gambler: The Adventure Continues
1983-11-28
Holt
Caribe
1987-12-24
Mercenary
Freebie and the Bean
1974-12-25
Whitey
The Glitter Dome
1984-11-18
Griswold Veals
The Laughing Policeman
1973-12-20
Duane Haygood
Rape and Marriage: The Rideout Case
1980-10-30
Ralph Larson
Solar Crisis
1990-07-14
Haas
Celluloid Wizards in the Video Wasteland: The Saga of Empire Pictures