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Val Avery Biography

Birth Name:Sebouh Der Abrahamian

Birth Place:Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Profession Actor

Fast Facts

  • After being discharged from the Army, he studied drama at the Bessie V․ Hicks School of Drama in Philadelphia
  • Graduated from the University of Pennsylvania
  • Is the son of Mgerdich der Abrahamian, who was a revolutionary Armenia and one of the founders of the Republic of Armenia
  • Performed in several productions at the Armenian Youth Theater in Philadelphia
  • Is known for playing gangsters or menacing thugs in films and TV series
  • Is adept at cooking both Chinese and Armenian meals
  • Served as an Army flight instructor during World War II