kids encyclopedia robot

Albert Popwell facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Quick facts for kids
Albert Popwell
Albert Popwell.jpg
Popwell in Dirty Harry (1971)
Born (1926-07-15)July 15, 1926
New York City, New York, United States
Died April 9, 1999(1999-04-09) (aged 72)
Los Angeles, California, United States
Occupation Actor
Years active 1943–1995

Albert Popwell (born July 15, 1926 – died April 9, 1999) was an American actor. He worked on stage, television, and in movies. His acting career lasted for over 50 years!

Albert Popwell was born in New York City. Before he became an actor, he was a professional dancer. He started acting on Broadway (which is famous for its plays) when he was just 16 years old. His first show was called The Pirate.

Albert Popwell's Acting Career

Albert Popwell appeared in many television shows. But he is probably most famous for his movies with actor Clint Eastwood. They worked together in five films.

Working with Clint Eastwood

Albert Popwell and Clint Eastwood first appeared together in the movie Coogan's Bluff (1968). Popwell was also in the first four Dirty Harry movies. In each of these films, he played a different character.

One of his most famous scenes was in the first Dirty Harry movie (1971). He played a bank robber who was hurt. Clint Eastwood's character, Dirty Harry, said a very famous line to him: "Do you feel lucky?" This line became very well known!

In 1988, Albert Popwell was asked to be in The Dead Pool. This was the last movie in the Dirty Harry series. However, he could not be in it because he was busy with other work.

Other Roles and Later Life

Albert Popwell acted in many other movies and TV shows. His last movie role was with actress Sharon Stone in Scissors (1991).

Some of the other TV shows he appeared in include:

Albert Popwell passed away eight years after his last film. He was 72 years old. He died from problems after having heart surgery.

Images for kids

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Albert Popwell para niños

kids search engine
Albert Popwell Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.