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University of California, Berkeley. Occupation (s) Actor, singer. Years active. 1958–1979. Spouse. Jan Zdelar (1945-1979, his death) [1] Jack Soo (born Goro Suzuki, October 28, 1917 – January 11, 1979) was an American actor and singer. He was best known for his role as Detective Nick Yemana on the television sitcom Barney Miller .
Jack Soo. Actor: Barney Miller. A genial, laid back, slumber-eyed character player especially adept at the relaxed wisecrack or dry comment, Japanese-American actor Jack Soo was born in Oakland, California, in 1917, his real name being Goro Suzuki. In the post-WWII years, he entertained as a stand-up performer in nightclubs and had made a ...
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Jan 11, 2014 · 3.7K. Today, 35 years after his death, we remember comedian and actor Jack Soo for his performance as the laconic Detective Sgt. Nick Yemana on Barney Miller.. Few realize, however, that Soo got ...
Sep 16, 2019 · Here is how the renowned Hollywood star, Jack Soo also known as Sergeant Yemana in "Barney Miller" kicked the bucket. Jack may be dead, but his legacy lives on, and that's why decades after his untimely death, the details of his life and death are still relevant. The American-Japanese native was born on a ship to Japan, on October 28, 1917.
Aug 24, 2020 · Aug 24, 2020 05:30 A.M. Jack Soo, who died in January 1979 from esophageal cancer, was an outstanding Hollywood actor. Before he rose to popularity, he worked as a stand-up performer in night clubs during the post World War II years. Advertisement.
Jul 24, 2010 · Story of Actor Born Goro Suzuki Became Famous for 'Barney Miller" Role. The documentary, "You Don’t Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story", highlighting the life of actor Jack Soo, will be screened on Saturday, July 31, beginning at 2 p.m. at the Japanese American National Museum, with producer/director/writer Jeff Adachi on hand to discuss his work ...
