Nestor Paiva

A beloved character actor with a career spanning stage, radio, and screen, Nestor Paiva becomes an unforgettable presence in classic horror and adventure films, leaving a legacy in iconic roles like the Creature from the Black Lagoon’s boat captain.

Born

June 30, 1905

Died

1966

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In short · Acted for four decades — 290 credits.

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Biography

Nestor Paiva was born on 30 June 1905 in Fresno, California, USA. He was an actor known for his appearances in *Creature from the Black Lagoon* (1954), *The Madmen of Mandoras* (1963), and *They Saved Hitler's Brain* (1968). He was married to Maxine Kuntzman. Paiva died on 9 September 1966 in Hollywood, California, USA.

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