Obituary of George Chakiris

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George Chakiris

George Chakiris (born September 16th, 1934 in Norwood, Ohio) was a Film Actor who was best known for being cast in the movie "West Side Story" as Bernardo Nunez. George died on November 10th, 2024 (TBV) and his death was possibly because of natural causes. He was 90 years old.

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George Chakiris Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Still Alive
    • Full Name: Chakiris, George
    • Common Name: George Chakiris
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Norwood, Ohio, United States
    • Birth Date: September 16, 1934
    • Age: 90
    • Also Known As: George Kerris
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1947-2021
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Prego Pasta Sauce
    • Favorite Color: Lime (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

    George's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: George Chakiris
    • Father: Stelianos "Steve" Chakiris
    • Mother: Zoe Chakiris (née Anastasiadou)
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: Still Alive
  • Place: Unknown
  • Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

Film ActorTV Actor American Born on September 16th Born in 1934 Born in Ohio

Quotable Quotes:

"Life is what happens when you're busy making a nice pot roast dinner."

"[about his Oscar-winning role in West Side Story (1961)] I wouldn't mind even if it's the ONLY thing people remember me for. It was a privilege just to be there and to contribute to something so wonderful. The last scene still gets me every time. It still brings tears to my eyes." (IMDB)

"George Chakiris led a vibrant and dazzling life, leaving behind a legacy of talent, charm, and grace that will be remembered for generations to come. (V)"

Is Mr. George Chakiris still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has not passed away.

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George Chakiris on Wikipedia.org
George Chakiris at IMDB

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Wiki Page Updated: 2024-05-13 16:43:03
Author: Stan
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