
George Savalas
- Date of Birth: 1924-12-05
- Date of Death: 1985-10-02
- Place of Birth: Bronx, New York, USA
Biography
Greek-American actor George Savalas is best remembered for co-starring on his elder brother (Telly Savalas)'s popular television detective show Kojak (1973) (1973-78). He played Detective Stavros to T... Greek-American actor George Savalas is best remembered for co-starring on his elder brother (Telly Savalas)'s popular television detective show Kojak (1973) (1973-78). He played Detective Stavros to Telly's Kojak, changed his middle name later in life from "Nicholas" to "Demosthenes" and was billed as simply Demosthenes in the end credits to avoid confusion with the elder Savalas. George Savalas served in the Pacific during WWII and was a decorated U.S. Navy gunner. He learned his craft at Columbia University's School of Drama. Before making it to the small screen, he was an accomplished stage actor and acting instructor. He was, briefly, the drummer for the Clyde McCoy Big Band. He got his start on the Dick Powell Theater, and went on to guest star on other series. He appeared in several films including Genghis Khan (1965) and Kelly's Heroes (1970). After "Kojak" ended, he recorded a Top-10 Greek language record and toured with his band at many major venues including Carnegie Hall. Savalas later returned to his first love, the stage, and appeared in many off-Broadway plays. He died of leukemia in 1985, aged 60, and was survived by his wife and their six children (five sons and one daughter).

Kojak
Crime, Action & Adventure, Drama, Mystery • 1973 October

Daniel Boone
Action & Adventure, Western • 1964 September

Alice in Wonderland
Action & Adventure, Family, Sci-Fi & Fantasy • 1985 December

The Marcus-Nelson Murders
TV Movie, Crime, Drama • 1973 March

The Outfit
Crime, Drama • 1973 October

Mannix
Action & Adventure, Crime, Mystery, Drama • 1967 September

The Virginian
Western, Drama • 1962 September

Good Neighbor Sam
Comedy • 1964 July

Kojak The Belarus File
Crime, Mystery, Thriller, TV Movie • 1985 February

Violent City
Action, Crime, Thriller • 1970 September