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Yul Brynner

(Taidje Khan)
actor
Born: 7/11/1920
Birthplace: Sakhalin, Russia

Academy- and Tony Award-winning film and stage actor best known for his portrayal of the King of Siam in The King and I. He appeared in the Broadway play (1951) and the film (1956). His other film credits include Anastasia (1956) and The Magnificent Seven (1960).

Died: 10/10/1985

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