when was the actor telly savalas born
Telly Savalas was an American actor best known for his role as a tough, New York City detective in the 1970âs television series, Kojak. He was born on January 21, 1922 in Garden City, New York as a son of Greek immigrants, Savalas and his brother Gus sold newspapers and shined shoes to help support the family. In 1941, he joined the army and served in World War II, from which he was discharged with a Purple Heart disability.