Alex Karras

Alex Karras

Deceased · Born: Jul 15, 1935 · Died: Oct 10, 2012

Personal Details

Height6' 2"
BornJul 15, 1935 Gary, Indiana, USA
Spouse
  • Susan Clark

    ( May 21, 1980 to Oct 10, 2012 )
  • Ivalyn Joan Jurgensen

    ( Apr 5, 1958 to May 18, 1975 )
Parents
  • George Karras
  • Emmeline Karras
Relatives
  • Ted Karras III (Grandchild)

Biography

Alex Karras, a renowned American actor and producer, was brought into this world on July 15, 1935, in the vibrant city of Gary, Indiana, United States of America. Throughout his illustrious career, he made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, leaving behind a legacy of iconic performances in films such as Blazing Saddles, released in 1974, Victor/Victoria, which premiered in 1982, and Porky's, a 1981 comedy classic.

Karras was also a devoted husband to not one, but two remarkable women: Susan Clark, his long-term partner, and Ivalyn Joan Jurgensen, his first wife. His personal life was as colorful as his professional one, filled with love, commitment, and a deep appreciation for the people who supported him along the way.

Unfortunately, Alex Karras's time on this earth came to an end on October 10, 2012, in the bustling city of Los Angeles, California, United States of America. Despite his passing, his memory and contributions to the world of entertainment continue to be celebrated and cherished by fans and admirers alike.

Career

2013
Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic
Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic as Mongo (archive footage)
1998
Buffalo '66
Buffalo '66 as TV Sportscaster
1995
Fudge
Fudge as Big A
1994
Street Corner Kids
Street Corner Kids as Floyd Powell
1988
Webster
Webster as George Papadapolis
1984
Against All Odds
Against All Odds as Hank Sully
1982
Victor/Victoria
Victor/Victoria as "Squash" Bernstein
1981
Word of Honor
Word of Honor as Penniman Butcher
Porky's
Porky's as Sheriff Wallace
FM
FM as Doc Holiday
Centennial
Centennial as Hans Brumbaugh
1977
Mad Bull
Mad Bull as Iago 'Mad Bull' Karkus
Babe
Babe as George Zaharias
1974
1973
The 500 Pound Jerk
The 500 Pound Jerk as Hughie Rae Feather
1972
Hardcase
Hardcase as Booker Llewellyn
1968
Paper Lion
Paper Lion as Alex Karras