Yul Brynner

Yul Brynner was a renowned Russian-born actor, best known for his distinctive bald head and commanding presence. He gained fame for his role as King Mongkut in the Broadway musical "The King and I," which he reprised in the film adaptation, winning an Academy Award for Best Actor. Brynner was also known for his appearances in classic films like "The Magnificent Seven" and "Westworld." Beyond acting, he was a skilled director and a passionate advocate against smoking, famously revealing his terminal lung cancer diagnosis in a public service announcement to raise awareness.