Vladimir Sokoloff
1889–1962 (age 73)
Actor
Biography
Vladimir Sokoloff brought the gravitas of his European stage training to Hollywood, shaping memorable supporting performances in dramas and thrillers from the 1930s through the 1950s. His deep, resonant voice and earnest characterizations earned him roles in such classics as The Diary of Anne Frank and The Magnificent Seven.
Those who admired his work remember him as a dependable performer who could lend warmth or menace to any scene, leaving behind a legacy of versatility when he passed away in 1962.