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John George
John George is best known for Bonanza, The Untouchables, Perry Mason and Gunsmoke. John George was born on January 20, 1898. John George died on August 25, 1968 at the age of 70.
- Born
- January 20, 1898
- Place of birth
- Aleppo, Syria
- Died
- August 25, 1968 (70 years old)
Biography
John George was a Syrian actor who came to the United States in 1912 via France. He appeared in numerous films beginning in 1916. Much later in his career he appeared in several television series. The vast majority of his roles throughout the years were uncredited bit parts.
Mr. George's original name was Tufei Filhela; on his 1925 United States citizenship naturalization Declaration of Intention document, he signed his name "Tufei Filhela known as John George". His surname was neither Filthela nor Fatella, as today sometimes is claimed.
Mr. George's original name was Tufei Filhela; on his 1925 United States citizenship naturalization Declaration of Intention document, he signed his name "Tufei Filhela known as John George". His surname was neither Filthela nor Fatella, as today sometimes is claimed.
Known for
Filmography
- 1959BonanzaTownsman (uncredited)
- 1959The UntouchablesReporter at Hearing (uncredited)
- 1959The RebelTownsman (uncredited)
- 1957Have Gun, Will TravelTownsman (uncredited)
- 1957Perry MasonCourtroom Spectator (uncredited)
- 1956Dr. Fu ManchuKolb
- 1955GunsmokeBarfly (uncredited)
- 1954Annie OakleyWorker at Show (uncredited)
- 1952Adventures of SupermanDwarf in Pool Hall (uncredited)
- 1951DragnetDerelict (uncredited)
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has John George been in?
John George is best known for Bonanza, The Untouchables, Perry Mason and Gunsmoke.
When was John George born?
John George was born on January 20, 1898. (Aleppo, Syria)
How old is John George?
John George died on August 25, 1968 at the age of 70.
Updated: November 3, 2026 ·