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Lithuanian actors died at age 64

Here are 1 famous actors from Lithuania died at 64:

Al Jolson

Al Jolson (May 26, 1886 Seredžius-October 23, 1950 San Francisco) a.k.a. AL JOLSON, Asa Yoelson, Mr. Al Jolson, Jolie, Albert Jolson or The World's Greatest Entertainer was a Lithuanian singer, comedian and actor. He had three children, Al Jolson Jr., Alicia Jolson and Asa Jolson Jr..

He died in myocardial infarction.

Al Jolson was a pioneer in bringing African-American music and culture into the mainstream entertainment industry. He is best known for his performances in the films The Jazz Singer (1927) and The Singing Fool (1928), which were some of the first sound films ever made. Jolson was known for his powerful voice and his ability to convey emotion through his singing. He was also known for his trademark blackface makeup, which he used in many of his performances, despite criticism from civil rights groups. Jolson was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. His influence on the entertainment industry can still be felt today, and he is remembered as one of the greatest entertainers of all time.

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