Date of Birth: November 8, 1913
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Date of Death: February 20, 1975
Biography
Robert Strauss was an American actor born on November 8, 1913, in New York City, New York. Known for his robust personality and distinctive voice, Strauss carved out a successful career in both film and television. He began his career in the theater, performing in various Broadway productions before transitioning to the silver screen. Strauss gained significant recognition for his role as Stanislas “Animal” Kuzawa in the 1953 film “Stalag 17,” for which he earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. In addition to his film career, he made numerous television appearances in popular shows such as “The Phil Silvers Show” and “The Beverly Hillbillies.” Strauss’s versatility and charisma made him a beloved character actor of his time.
5 Interesting Facts about Robert Strauss
1. Robert Strauss was nominated for an Academy Award for his role in “Stalag 17.”
2. He served in the United States Army during World War II.
3. Strauss was a member of the original Broadway cast of the musical “Guys and Dolls.”
4. He made guest appearances on several popular TV shows, including “The Twilight Zone” and “Gunsmoke.”
5. He was known for his distinctive, deep voice and often played gruff but lovable characters.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Robert Strauss
1. “The essence of acting is to bring a bit of yourself to every role you play.”
2. “Comedy comes from the heart, and if you don’t have a heart, you can’t be funny.”
3. “I’ve always believed that versatility is the key to longevity in this business.”
4. “Every character I play, I try to find something relatable, something human.”
5. “The joy of acting is the ability to live many lives in one lifetime.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Robert Strauss achieved a net worth of approximately $1 million.
Children
Robert Strauss had two children with his wife, Audrey Bratty: a son named Michael Strauss and a daughter named Deanne Strauss.
Relevant Links
1. [Robert Strauss IMDb Page](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0833977/
2. [Robert Strauss Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Strauss
3. [Robert Strauss Academy Awards](https://www.oscars.org/oscars/ceremonies/1954
4. [Stalag 17 (1953 Film Details](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046359/
5. [Robert Strauss Find a Grave](https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/22043/robert-strauss
