Georgios Demosthenes[1] Savalas (Greek: Γεώργιος Δημοσθένης Σαβάλας; December 5, 1924 – October 2, 1985) was an American film and television actor.

He played Detective Stavros to Telly's Kojak and was billed as Demosthenes in the end credits to avoid confusion with the elder Savalas. George Savalas served in the Pacific during WWII and …

Oct 3, 1985 · Character actor George Savalas, best known for his portrayal of the portly Detective Stavros in television’s “Kojak,” the 1970s police drama that starred his brother, died …

He was best known for his role as curly haired Detective Stavros on the television series "Kojak" (1973 to 1978). Co-starring with his brother Telly Savalas, he was billed as Demosthenes in …

Oct 4, 1985 · George Savalas, who played the role of Detective Stavros on the ''Kojak'' television show, which starred his brother Telly Savalas, died of leukemia Wednesday at the University …

Oct 2, 1985 · George Savalas, who played opposite his brother, Telly, on the television series 'Kojak,' died Wednesday of leukemia at the UCLA Medical Center. He was 58.

He died of leukemia in 1985, aged 60, and was survived by his wife and their six children (five sons and one daughter). Greek-American actor George Savalas is best remembered for co …

Jul 28, 2025 · Without a doubt, George Savalas is best known for his portrayal of Detective Stavros in the 1970s television crime series *Kojak*. This show, which starred his brother …

Greek-American actor George Savalas is best remembered for co-starring with his brother, Telly Savalas, on the popular television detective show Kojak (1973) between 1973 and 1978.

Oct 7, 2024 · Georgios Demosthenes "George" Savalas (Greek: Γεώργιος Δημοσθένης Σαβάλας) (December 5, 1924 – October 2, 1985) was a Greek-American actor. He was the younger …