Mike Mazurki

Acting, Tarnopol, Galicia, Austria-Hungary [now Ternopil, Ukraine]

Biography

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.

Also Known As

Michail Mazuruski

'Iron' Mike Mazurki

Michael Mazurki

Markiyan Yulianovich Mazurkevich

Маркіян (Михайло) Мазуркевич