Al Israel (1935/1936 – March 16, 2011) was an American
film and
TV actor
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who is best known for his role as the chainsaw-wielding
Colombian drug dealer "Hector the Toad" in the 1983 film ''
Scarface''. He also appeared alongside
Al Pacino
Alfredo James Pacino (; ; born April 25, 1940) is an American actor. Considered one of the most influential actors of the 20th century, he has received List of awards and nominations received by Al Pacino, numerous accolades: including an Aca ...
in ''
Carlito's Way
''Carlito's Way'' is a 1993 American crime drama film directed by Brian De Palma, based on the novels '' Carlito's Way'' (1975) and '' After Hours'' (1979) by Judge Edwin Torres. The film adaptation was scripted by David Koepp. It stars Al Pac ...
'' a decade later.
He was one of three original cast members to voice the 2006
video game
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based on the film. The game entitled ''
Scarface: The World Is Yours'' sold more than two million units in less than two years.
Al Israel died on March 16, 2011 at age 75.
Filmography
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American male film actors
American male television actors
Jewish American male actors
2011 deaths
1930s births
21st-century American Jews