Israeli actors died in 2012

Here are 1 famous actors from Israel died in 2012:

Paul L. Smith

Paul L. Smith (June 24, 1936 Everett-April 25, 2012 Ra'anana) also known as Paul Smith, Anam Edel, P. L. Smith, Paul Lawrence Smith or Adam Eden was an Israeli actor, character actor, film producer, bouncer and bodyguard.

Born in Everett, Massachusetts, Smith began his career as a bouncer and bodyguard in the Boston area. He eventually made his way to Hollywood where he began his acting career with small roles in films such as "Blazing Saddles" and "The Man with the Golden Gun."

Smith eventually gained recognition for his role as the brutal warrior "Bluto" in the 1980 film "Popeye" opposite Robin Williams. He went on to appear in films like "Dune," "Red Sonja," and "Maverick."

In addition to his acting career, Smith also worked as a film producer and was involved in films such as "Mafia!" and "The Whole Nine Yards."

Smith passed away in 2012 at the age of 75 in Ra'anana, Israel.

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