Yaphet Kotto
1939–2021 · New York City, New York, U.S.A
Yaphet Frederick Kotto (November 16, 1939 – March 15, 2021) was an American actor known for numerous film roles, as well as starring in the NBC television series Homicide: Life on the Street (1993-99) as Lieutenant Al Giardello. His films include the science-fiction and horror film Alien (1979), and the Arnold Schwarzenegger science-fiction and action film The Running Man (1987). He portrayed the main villain Dr. Kananga/Mr. Big in the James Bond movie Live and Let Die (1973). He appeared opposite Robert De Niro in the comedy thriller Midnight Run (1988) as FBI Agent Alonzo Mosley.
Born 16 Nov 1939 · Died 15 Mar 2021
Acted in 21
Two If by Sea
1996
FBI Agent O'Malley
The Puppet Masters
1994
Ressler
Homicide: Life on the Street
1993
Al Giardello
Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare
1991
Doc
The Trials of Rosie O'Neill
1990
ADA Kelley
Midnight Run
1988
Alonzo Mosely, Special Agent, F.B.I.
Terminal Entry
1987
Col. Styles
The Running Man
1987
William Laughlin
The Park Is Mine
1986
Eubanks
Warning Sign
1985
Major Connolly
The Star Chamber
1983
Detective Harry Lowes
For Love and Honor
1983
