American actor and stuntman
George Sawaya
Born George Frances Carey Sawaya
[ 1] (1923-08-14 ) August 14, 1923Los Angeles, California
Died September 17, 2003(2003-09-17) (aged 80)Los Angeles, California
Occupation(s) Actor, stuntman Years active 1951–1984 Spouses
George Frances Carey Sawaya (August 14, 1923 – September 17, 2003) was an American actor and stuntman .[ 4] He was best known for playing the role of Detective Lopez on Jack Webb 's Dragnet .[ 5]
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