Paul Koslo

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 Himself
Project: Shadowchaser 1992-07-02 Trevanian
The Ransom 1977-04-29 Victor
Machete Maidens Unleashed! 2010-10-15 Self
Voyage of the Damned 1976-12-22 Aaron Pozner
Judge and Jury 1997-03-11 Lockhart
Inmates: A Love Story 1981-02-13 Virgil