Mike Mazurki

Born in Tarnopol, Galicia, Austria-Hungary [now Ternopil, Ukraine] on December 25, 1907 — died December 9, 1990 (aged 82)

Mike Mazurki (born: Markijan Mazurkiewicz; 25 December 1907 – 9 December 1990) was an American actor and professional wrestler who appeared in more than 100 films. His towering 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) presence and intimidating face usually got him roles playing tough guys, thugs, strong men, and gangsters.