Charles Bronson was a renowned American actor known for his tough-guy image and roles in action and Western films. Born Charles Buchinsky to Lithuanian immigrants, he worked in coal mines before serving in World War II. He rose to fame with films like 'The Magnificent Seven,' 'The Great Escape,' and the 'Death Wish' series, becoming an international star. Bronson's stoic demeanor and rugged features made him a cinematic icon of masculinity and vengeance for decades.