Al Israel

Al Israel

Deceased · Born: Apr 16, 1935 · Died: Mar 16, 2011

Personal Details

BornApr 16, 1935 Manhattan, New York, USA
Parents
  • Alexander Israel
  • Vidalina Ramirez
Relatives
  • Robert Israel (Sibling)

Biography

Al Israel's remarkable presence as Hector The Toad in the iconic Scarface (1983) left an indelible mark on audiences, making it impossible to forget his menacing visage and pivotal role as the Colombian drug dealer responsible for the gruesome chainsaw scene.

This versatile actor's extensive filmography includes a wide range of roles, from heroes to villains, detectives to gunmen, and mob bosses. He has worked with renowned directors, such as Brian De Palma, and shared the screen with esteemed actors like Al Pacino.

Israel's credits include notable films like Marked for Death (1990),Drop Zone (1994),and Dangerous Minds (1995),as well as appearances in popular television series like Miami Vice and The Shield.

In addition to his live-action work, Israel lent his voice to the video game Scarface: The World Is Yours, revisiting his iconic role as Hector The Toad.

Sadly, Al Israel passed away in 2011 at the age of 75, leaving behind a legacy as a talented character actor who made a lasting impact on the world of cinema.

Despite his relatively limited body of work, Israel's contributions to the world of film and television are undeniable, and his remarkable talent continues to be celebrated by fans and industry professionals alike.

Career

2004
Killer Snake
Killer Snake as Parking Attendant
Three Way
Three Way as Cashier
2003
Klepto
Klepto as Watch Salesman
2000
1998
Broken Vessels
Broken Vessels as Detective McMahon
1995
Dangerous Minds
Dangerous Minds as Mr. Santiego
Drop Zone
Drop Zone as Schuster Stephens
1993
Carlito's Way
Carlito's Way as Rolando
1991
1990
Marked for Death
Marked for Death as Tito Barco
1985
1984
Old Enough
Old Enough as Bodega Owner
1983
Scarface
Scarface as Hector The Toad
1982
The Soldier
The Soldier as Gunman #1