Joe Turkel

Biography

Joseph Turkel was a character actor known for his distinctive voice and craggy Bronx looks. He appeared in notable roles in Stanley Kubrick's The Killing (1956), Paths of Glory (1957), and The Shining (1980), as well as the sci-fi classic Blade Runner (1982). A steady presence on screen from 1949 to 1998, Turkel also made occasional appearances at fan conventions into his 90s. He passed away in 2022 at the age of 94.