Obituary of Yaphet Kotto

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Yaphet Kotto

Yaphet Kotto (born November 15th, 1937 in New York City, New York) was a Film Actor who was best known for his part in the movie "The Running Man". Yaphet died on March 15th, 2021 and his death was possibly because of an illness of some description. He died at 83 years old.

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Yaphet Kotto Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Kotto, Yaphet
    • Common Name: Yaphet Kotto
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: November 15, 1937
    • Age: 83 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Bucky
    • Occupations:
    • Political Affiliation: Republican
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Johnsonville Sausage Brats
    • Favorite Color: Navy (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

    Yaphet's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Yaphet Frederick Kotto
    • Father: Avraham Kotto
    • Mother: Gladys Marie
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Tessie Sinahon (married 12 July 1998-2021, his death)
      • Antoinette Pettyjohn (married 1976-divorced 1989)
      • Rita Dittman (married 1960-divorced 1975)
    • Son(s):
      • kids six

Death Notice:

Category Tags:

Film ActorTV Actor American Born on November 15th Born in 1937 Born in New York Died in 2021 Died at age 83 Died from Unspecified illness

Quotable Quotes:

"I think this is the beginning of a beautiful day in the football field."

"I do have a favorite kind of director, which is the kind who allows me to create. Some haven't allowed me to create and I think by doing that they don't need an actor. They need a puppet." (IMDB)

"A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush."

"Yaphet Kotto was a brave and decision-making man. If he could speak, he would have said that living life to the fullest is the best way to live. He knew that if he didn't move forward, he would eventually perish. (V)"

""Yaphet Kotto was one of the most successful African Americans in the business world. He was also an accomplished musician and rapper." (V)"

"In death, Yaphet Kotto leave behind a lasting legacy. (V)"

Is Mr. Yaphet Kotto still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Related Links:

Yaphet Kotto on Wikipedia.org
Yaphet Kotto at IMDB

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 3 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2023-05-07 00:43:03
Author: Stan
Confirmation: Yaphet Kotto on Wikipedia


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