Question: what nationality was the actor that was famous for his role in detective Columbo?
Sentence (from "Peter Falk"): Peter Michael Falk ( ; September 16, 1927 – June 23, 2011) was an American actor, best known for his role as Lieutenant Columbo in the long-running television series "Columbo" (1968-2003), for which he received four Primetime Emmy Awards and one Golden Globe Award.
Relevant evidence: Yes