Felix Silla

Felix Silla

Deceased · Born: Jan 11, 1937 · Died: Apr 16, 2021

2012
1992
1987
1984
1979
1973
1965
1964

Personal Details

BornJan 11, 1937 Rome, Lazio, Italy

Biography

Felix Anthony Silla, an Italian artist of remarkable versatility, entered the world on January 11, 1937, and went on to leave an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, showcasing his remarkable talent and leaving a lasting legacy.

He embarked on a professional odyssey, initially delving into the captivating realm of circus arts, where he meticulously refined his craft, meticulously laying the groundwork for a illustrious career that would span numerous decades, with each passing year a testament to his unwavering dedication and unrelenting passion.

As Silla's remarkable abilities continued to flourish, he effortlessly transitioned into the realms of television and film, solidifying his reputation as a multifaceted performer with an uncanny aptitude for imbuing characters with a sense of vitality and authenticity.

John Astin's most enduring and iconic portrayal was undoubtedly his memorable and recurring role as "Cousin Itt", a beloved and cherished costumed character on the immensely popular and cult-classic television series, The Addams Family, which captivated audiences with its unique blend of dark humor, eccentric characters, and kooky charm.

Silla's remarkable versatility as a performer was truly evident, extending far beyond his initial claim to fame. His extensive repertoire of roles included a pivotal appearance as an Ewok in the universally acclaimed and culturally significant Star Wars film, Return of the Jedi, which further solidified his position as a talented and multifaceted artist.

Person Biography:

Born in 1955, Warwick Davis is a renowned British actor, comedian, and television presenter, best known for his iconic roles in the Star Wars franchise. He is particularly famous for his portrayal of the Ewok Wicket in the 1983 film Return of the Jedi.

Beyond his illustrious career in the entertainment industry, Silla expanded his creative scope by contributing his vocal talents to the widely acclaimed and phenomenally successful video game, The Sims 2, thereby firmly cementing his reputation as a multifaceted and highly sought-after artist, capable of effortlessly traversing the realms of both on-screen and audio-based endeavors.

Felix Anthony Silla, a luminary of unparalleled distinction, has left an indelible mark on the realm of entertainment, his far-reaching influence still resonating with audiences of all ages, as his enduring legacy continues to captivate and mesmerize, a testament to his unwavering dedication and unbridled passion for his craft.

Biography:

Felix Anthony Silla was born on August 11, 1937, in New York City, USA. He began his career in show business as a child actor, appearing in various stage productions and television shows. Silla's breakthrough role came in 1978 when he played the iconic character of Cousin Itt on the popular sitcom "The Addams Family." His unique blend of humor and pathos made him a beloved figure on the show, and he went on to appear in numerous other television programs and films throughout his career.

Silla's talents extended beyond acting, as he was also a skilled musician and composer. He wrote music for several television shows and films, and his compositions have been featured in various productions.

Throughout his illustrious career, Silla has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry. He has received numerous awards and nominations for his work, including an Emmy Award nomination for his performance on "The Addams Family."

Despite his many accomplishments, Silla remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to work in the entertainment industry, inspiring new generations of actors, musicians, and composers.

Felix Silla, a luminary of the entertainment industry, departed this mortal coil on April 16, 2021, at the ripe age of 84, leaving behind a legacy that is as multifaceted as it is magnificent, a chronicle of his remarkable journey that is replete with tales of his unwavering passion, his unrelenting commitment to his art, and his unshakeable dedication to the craft that had been his lifeblood.

Career

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2016
CHARACTERz
CHARACTERz as Don Cluff
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1992
Batman Returns
Batman Returns as Emperor Penguin
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1989
Ghostbusters II
Ghostbusters II as Courtroom Spectator (uncredited)
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1987
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1986
House
House as Little Critter
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1984
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The Dungeonmaster
The Dungeonmaster as Desert Bandit (segment "Desert Pursuit") (as Felix Cilla)
{"id":7481,"title":"The Sting II","year":"1983","character":"Ringside man taking bets (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-sting-ii","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7481.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7481.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
The Sting II
The Sting II as Ringside man taking bets (uncredited)
{"id":520,"title":"Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi","year":"1983","character":"Ewok","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/star-wars-episode-vi-return-of-the-jedi","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4940hl1bso80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4940hl1bso80.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":6556,"title":"Under the Rainbow","year":"1981","character":"Hotel Rainbow Guest","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/under-the-rainbow","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_6556.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_6556.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
Under the Rainbow
Under the Rainbow as Hotel Rainbow Guest
{"id":64071,"title":"Buck Rogers in the 25th Century","year":"1979","character":"Twiki","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/buck-rogers-in-the-25th-century","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64071.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64071.jpg"},"released":1}
1979
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The Brood
The Brood as Creature
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1978
The Manitou
The Manitou as Misquamacus
{"id":81313,"title":"Black Samurai","year":"1977","character":"Rheinhardt","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/black-samurai","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_81313.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_81313.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
Black Samurai
Black Samurai as Rheinhardt
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The Kentucky Fried Movie
The Kentucky Fried Movie as Crazed Clown (segment "Catholic High School Girls in Trouble")
{"id":14950,"title":"Demon Seed","year":"1977","character":"Baby","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/demon-seed","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/673j5oiinjo0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/673j5oiinjo0.jpg"},"released":1}
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1975
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1973
Little Cigars
Little Cigars as Frankie
{"id":191511,"title":"Lily","year":"1973","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lily-1973","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_191511.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_191511.jpg"},"released":1}
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Sssssss
Sssssss as Sam Lee, the Seal Boy
{"id":8636,"title":"Lidsville","year":1971,"character":"Colonel Poom","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/lidsville","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8636.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8636.jpg"},"released":1}
1971
Lidsville
Lidsville as Colonel Poom
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1970
Pufnstuf
Pufnstuf as Polkadotted Horse
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{"id":64410,"title":"Mastermind","year":"1969","character":"Schatzi","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mastermind","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64410.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64410.jpg"},"released":1}
1969
Mastermind
Mastermind as Schatzi
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The April Fools
The April Fools as Waiter at Safari Club (uncredited)
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H.R. Pufnstuf
H.R. Pufnstuf as Polkadotted Horse
{"id":6264,"title":"Planet of the Apes","year":"1968","character":"Child Gorilla (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/planet-of-the-apes-1968","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3ppeq1ji24h0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3ppeq1ji24h0.jpg"},"released":1}
1968
Planet of the Apes
Planet of the Apes as Child Gorilla (uncredited)
{"id":87563,"title":"She Freak","year":"1967","character":"Shorty","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/she-freak","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_87563.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_87563.jpg"},"released":1}
1967
She Freak
She Freak as Shorty
{"id":11905,"title":"Point Blank","year":"1967","character":"Bellhop (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/point-blank","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/69d2gqsbmhg0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/69d2gqsbmhg0.jpg"},"released":1}
Point Blank
Point Blank as Bellhop (uncredited)
{"id":10354,"title":"The Monkees","year":1966,"character":"Midget","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-monkees","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10354.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10354.jpg"},"released":1}
1966
The Monkees
The Monkees as Midget
{"id":1130,"title":"The Addams Family","year":1964,"character":"Cousin Itt","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-addams-family-1964","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/598hsbmgre50.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/598hsbmgre50.jpg"},"released":1}
1964
The Addams Family
The Addams Family as Cousin Itt