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Yul Brynner
(Russian-Born Actor Best Known for His Role in the Film ‘The King and I’)
Birthdate: July 11, 1920
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Vladivostok, Russia
Died: October 10, 1985
Yul Brynner was a Russian-born actor known for his iconic portrayal of King Mongkut in The King and I, earning him multiple awards. He maintained a shaved head as a trademark throughout his career. Brynner was one of the first Russian-American film stars and was honored with handprints at Grauman's Chinese Theatre and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He received acclaim for roles in films like The Ten Commandments, Anastasia, The Magnificent Seven, and Westworld. Brynner also worked as a model, photographer, and author.