Richard Kiel
Richard Kiel is best known for his iconic role as Jaws in the James Bond movies.
Movie Actor
September 13, 1939
September 10, 2014
74
Richard Kiel was an American actor and voice artist, renowned for his portrayal of “Jaws” in the James Bond films “The Spy Who Loved Me” and “Moonraker”. His other notable film appearances include “Silver Streak”, “Force 10 from Navarone”, “Happy Gilmore”, and “Inspector Gadget”. Kiel’s unique appearance, characterized by his impressive height of 7 feet 2 inches and large jaw, made him a recognizable figure in the entertainment industry. Before pursuing acting, he briefly played professional basketball. Kiel began his film career in the early 1960s and gained fame through his iconic role as Jaws in the James Bond series. He passed away in 2014 at the age of 74.