About Joe Turkel
Joe Turkel Joe Turkel

Birthday

1927-07-15

Place of Birth

Brooklyn, New York, USA

Biography

Joseph Turkel is a prolific American character actor. He is noted for his craggy Bronx looks and distinctive, penetrating voice. Turkel worked steadily from 1949 - 1998 in both films and television. He retired in 1998. He still makes the occasional appearance at fan conventions even at the age of 90+.