![]() On screen you’ve played many Russian characters, and earlier even taught Russian at the UCLA University… Where did you learn the language? Have you ever been in a Russian-speaking country? Smith, according to your biography, you are fluent in Russian, German, French and Serbo-Croatian languages. This is an exclusive interview with a Hollywood legend. Oh, did I mention that Smith also fought in a Korean War, is one of the honorary members of the Stuntmen’s Association of Motion Pictures, and has just recently published his book of poetry? Back in the day, he also taught Russian in a university, and fought California wildfires. Smith is fluent in 5 languages, he used to study martial arts, and was a bodybuilder. In the beginning of the 80’s, Smith starred in a number of well known, to-be-cult films, such as Conan The Barbarian (with Arnold Schwarzenegger), Red Dawn (with Charlie Sheen and Patrick Swayze), Rumble Fish (with Mickey Rourke, Nicholas Cage & Dennis Hopper). For movie fans, Smith is best remembered for his 70’s biker movies, and TV-series. He started his career way back in the 40’s and is still going strong. The man has nearly 300 roles in both films and television. ![]() And, there are other types, who are being cast in TV-series, low-budget films, Hollywood blockbusters, and independent movies. ![]() There are actors that need only 10 acting credits to be considered real stars, and be remembered. ![]()
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