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Boris Karloff , 1887-1969, Anglo-American actor, b. Dulwich, England; his original name was William Henry Pratt. A distinguished character actor with a superb speaking voice, Karloff was famous for his monster roles in Hollywood horror films, notably Frankenstein (1931). His other movies include The Ghoul (1933), The Bride of Frankenstein (1935), Isle of the Dead (1945), and Targets (1968).

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Karloff, Boris (1887–1969) English actor, b. William Henry Pratt. He is noted for his performances in horror films, including the portrayal of the monster in Frankenstein (1931).

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