Sabu Dastagir, born in 1924, was an iconic Indian-American actor who left an indelible mark on Hollywood’s Golden Age. Hailing from a small village Karapura, Mysore, India to be inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960, Sabu’s journey to stardom is nothing short of a cinematic fairy tale,
Discovered by documentary filmmaker Robert J. Flaherty, he catapulted to fame with his debut role in “Elephant Boy” (1937) a story by Rudyard Kipling at the age of 13, capturing hearts with his natural talent and charm.
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Sabu’s career spanned over two decades, featuring memorable performances in classics like “The Drum”(1948)”, The Thief of Bagdad” (1940) and “Jungle Book” (1942). His other notable films includes Arabian Nights (1942), White Savage (1943), Cobra Woman (1944), Black Narcissus and The End of the River (both 1947). His on-screen presence, characterized by a genuine innocence and athleticism, endeared him to audiences worldwide. Beyond his cinematic achievements, Sabu’s story is a testament to breaking cultural barriers and paving the way for diverse representation in the film industry.
After becoming an American citizen in 1944, Sabu Sabu served in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II, and served as a tail gunner and ball-turret gunner on B-24 Liberators.
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On 19 October 1948, Sabu married small time actress Marilyn Cooper, and have two children singer, songwriter, producer, and guitarist Paul Sabu and Jasmine Sabu, an animal trainer.
Tragically, he died suddenly in 1963 at the young age of 40,but Sabu Dastagir’s legacy lives on as a trailblazer, a symbol of cross-cultural collaboration.
