Nehemiah Persoff - Acting Profile Photo

Personal Info

Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
August 2, 1919
Died
April 5, 2022 (at 102 years old)
Place of Birth
Jerusalem, Palestine Mandate
Popularity
1.8
Available Movies
2 released

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Nehemiah Persoff

Actor Jerusalem, Palestine Mandate

About Nehemiah Persoff

Nehemiah Persoff was born on 2 August 1919 in Jerusalem, Palestine Mandate. Nehemiah Persoff passed away on 5 April 2022 at the age of 102. We have 2 films with Nehemiah Persoff available. Among Nehemiah Persoff's most popular films: An American Tail, Yentl.

Nehemiah Persoff was an American actor born on August 2, 1919, in Jerusalem, Palestine Mandate. He had a prolific career in film and television, becoming well-known for his versatile performances across various genres. Persoff's notable films include the classic comedy "Some Like It Hot," where he showcased his comedic talent alongside an ensemble cast. He also lent his voice to the character of Papa in the animated film "An American Tail," which gained significant popularity among family audiences. In addition, he appeared in the comedy "Twins," featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito, further solidifying his place in cinematic history. Persoff passed away on April 5, 2022, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances in both film and television.

Best Known Films of Nehemiah Persoff

Career Statistics - Nehemiah Persoff

2
Total Credits
4
Years Active
1983 - 1986
6.8
Avg. Movie Rating
1.8
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
2 films
Top Genres
Drama (2) Adventure (1) Comedy (1) Family (1) Animation (1)

Frequent Co-Stars of Nehemiah Persoff

Best Movies with Nehemiah Persoff

A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.

Nehemiah Persoff has 2 films released between 1983 and 1986.

An American Tail (1986) 6.9

An American Tail

1986

Papa Mousekewitz (...

Yentl (1983) 6.6

Yentl

1983

Rebbe Mendel