Yaphet Frederick Kotto (November 15, 1939 – March 15, 2021) was an American actor. He was known for his roles in NBC television series "" (1993–99) as Lieutenant Al Giardello. His movie roles include the science-fiction/horror movie "Alien" (1979), "The Running Man" (1987). He played the main villain Dr. Kananga/Mr. Big in the James Bond movie "Live and Let Die" (1973). 