Boris Karloff

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AKA: William Henry Pratt
Nationality: English
Birthdate: 11/23/1887
Birthplace: London, England, United Kingdom
Death Date: 02/02/1969

biography

In Hollywood from 1919 after extensive stage experience, Boris Karloff was a regular player of heavies and villains in silent films, but did not make his breakthrough until the sound era, when his distinctive, slightly lisping voice and talent for mime proved ideal for the title roles of films such as "Frankenstein" (1931) and "The Mummy" (1932). Although he never shook the "monster" characterization Karloff was a fine character actor, and played in a number of roles against type throughout his career. Among his greatest performances are his roles in such fine films as "The Black Cat" (1934), Continued

Credits

Dr Scarabus
1963
Actor
1946
Actor
1945
The Monster
1935
Gaffney
1932
Morgan
1932
Actor
1932
The Monster
1931
Himself
Dr Pierre Vaugiroud
Artist
Dr. Hugo Hollingshead
Amos Hinchley
Franz Badulescu
Sanders
Actor
James Rankin
Byron Orlok
Baron Victor Frankenstein
Nahum Whitley
Baron Von Leppe
Actor

milestones

Year
Milestone
1909 
Immigrated to Canada
1910 
Joined Ray Brandon Players
1910 
Adopted name Boris Karloff (date approximate)
1912 
Joined Harry St. Claire Players
1919 
Moved to Hollywood
Continued

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