Is Tomás Milián Living or Dead?

About Tomás Milián

Tomás Milián was a Cuban-American actor who made a name for himself in the Italian film industry during the 1960s and 1970s. Born in Havana, Cuba on March 3, 1933, Milián moved to the United States in the 1950s and began his acting career in New York City. He later moved to Italy and became a staple in the country's "spaghetti western" genre.

Milián's most famous role was that of "Cuchillo" in the 1967 film "The Big Gundown," directed by Sergio Sollima. He also starred in several films directed by Italian horror master Dario Argento, including "Four Flies on Grey Velvet" and "The Bird with the Crystal Plumage."

Milián was known for his intense and often violent performances, as well as his ability to speak multiple languages fluently. He was also a talented musician and songwriter, and released several albums throughout his career.

Despite his success in Italy, Milián never achieved the same level of fame in the United States. He continued to work in both countries throughout his career, appearing in films such as "Amistad" and "Traffic" in the United States, and "La Banda del Gobbo" and "The Tough Ones" in Italy.

Milián passed away on March 22, 2017, at the age of 84. He left behind a legacy as one of the most iconic actors in Italian cinema history.

References:

- "Tomás Milián, Cuban-American Actor Known for Spaghetti Westerns, Dies at 84." The New York Times, 23 Mar. 2017, www.nytimes.com/2017/03/23/movies/tomas-milian-dead-cuban-american-actor.html.

- "Tomás Milián: The Cuban Actor Who Conquered Italian Cinema." BBC News, 23 Mar. 2017, www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-39346428.