Bela Lugosi - October 20, 1882

Sci-Fi 5

English - October 20, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 4.83 MB - ★★★★★ - 26 ratings
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He defined the on-screen image of Count Dracula for generations, but before Bela Lugosi wore the cape, he was a soldier, stage actor, and an immigrant who passed through Ellis Island. Lugosi was born on this day, 139 years ago.

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Written by Vic Sage

Hosted by Roberto Lewis

Music by Devin Curry