Felix Silla
Character actor and stuntman in film and TV
Born
Died
2021
5 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Italy
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Born in Italy, a prominent character actor, circus performer, voice artist, and stuntman contributed to numerous television shows and films over several decades. Gained recognition for the role of 'Cousin It' in the television series The Addams Family and featured in the film Spaceballs as the character 'The Droid'. His career spanned various genres, providing both comedic and dramatic performances while also performing stunts in multiple productions.
Portrayed 'Cousin It' in The Addams Family
Appeared in Spaceballs as 'The Droid'
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