Billy Drago, who appeared in more than 100 films (most notably 'The Untouchables'), has died. He was 73
noted, "Also deserving praise on the bad guy's side is Billy Drago as the psycho, trigger-happy Frank Nitti — his mean and vicious glint is razor sharp." The character had a memorable rooftop demise at the hands of Eliot Ness, who was played by Kevin Costner.
Drago's career spanned four decades, and he appeared in over 100 films, including Clint Eastwood's classic WesternDrago was born in Hugoton, Kansas, to William Eugene Burrows Sr. and Gladys Marie Wilcox. A journalist for the Associated Press in his younger years, Drago became a fixture on Kansas radio, which led to him hosting his own highly rated program.
Drago's road to Hollywood was paved after a stint with a touring theater group, along with acclaimed performances in New York City. The actor is remembered as a fearless artist and poet who tackled his work with intensity and pushed creative boundaries while encouraging his peers and those new to the business. He enjoyed traveling across the globe, from Indonesia to Israel.He is survived by his sister Patty, brother Steve and his two sons, actor Darren Burrows and Derrick Burrows, as well as several grandchildren.
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