Stefan Kalipha

Stefan Kalipha, originally named Stephen Siegfried Behrendt, was born in 1940 in Trinidad and has established a notable career as a British actor since the 1970s. His film debut came with a significant role as Ramon, the Cigar Factory Foreman, in the 1979 movie *Cuba*. His talent shone through in the early 1980s when he portrayed Daoud in *The Curse of King Tut's Tomb* and the memorable character Fat Larry in *Babylon*, both released in 1980. One of his most recognized performances came in 1981 when he played Hector González, a Cuban hitman, in the iconic James Bond film *For Your Eyes Only*.

Kalipha’s filmography also includes notable appearances such as Wali Dad in *The Crucifer of Blood* (1991) and Buldeo in Disney's *The Jungle Book* (1994). Beyond film, he has made significant contributions to television, featuring in the spy series *Quiller* and the anthology series *Tales of the Unexpected*, where he appeared in the episode titled "The Finger of Suspicion."

With a career spanning over several decades, Kalipha has left an indelible mark on both stage and screen, showcasing his versatile acting skills across a variety of genres and roles.