Buck Kartalian

Buck Kartalian

Deceased · Born: Aug 13, 1922 · Died: May 24, 2016

Personal Details

BornAug 13, 1922 Detroit, Michigan, USA
Spouse
  • Margaret Poloshjian

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Oct 17, 2015 )
  • Mary E. Bannister

    ( Jan 9, 1952 to Dec 6, 2025 )

Biography

Born on a warm summer day, August 13, 1922, in the bustling city of Detroit, Michigan, USA, Buck Kartalian embarked on a life that would be marked by a diverse array of endeavors. He would go on to become a renowned actor, leaving an indelible mark on the film industry through his numerous and memorable performances.

Kartalian's acting career spanned multiple decades, with some of his most notable roles including appearances in the 1968 science fiction classic, Planet of the Apes, the 1996 action-packed blockbuster, The Rock, and the 1972 sequel, Conquest of the Planet of the Apes.

Beyond his impressive body of work in film, Kartalian's personal life was marked by two significant unions. He was married to Margaret Poloshjian and Mary E. Bannister, both of whom played important roles in his life.

Sadly, Kartalian's life came to a close on May 24, 2016, in Mission Hills, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy that would continue to inspire and entertain audiences for generations to come.

Career

2006
Cattle Call
Cattle Call as Janitor
2005
Standing Still
Standing Still as Older Man
2002
2001
Tomcats
Tomcats as Grandfather MacDonald
2000
Magicians
Magicians as Bagel Shop Clerk
The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas
The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas as Old Man at Bronto King
1999
1997
1996
The Rock
The Rock as Reverend
1987
Real Men
Real Men as Produce Hawker
1985
Gymkata
Gymkata as The Kahn
1976
Monster Squad
Monster Squad as Bruce W. Wolf
1971
Blood Legacy
Blood Legacy as Igor Garin
Octaman
Octaman as Raul
1970
Booby Trap
Booby Trap as Scarpo
Breakout
Breakout as Hogan
1968
The Acid Eaters
The Acid Eaters as Artie / The Devil
Stay Away, Joe
Stay Away, Joe as Bull Shortgun
1967
Cool Hand Luke
Cool Hand Luke as Dynamite
1965
Morituri
Morituri as Merchant Marine (uncredited)
1961
1951
Mister Universe
Mister Universe as Senior Garitzio