Dutch actors who deceased in 1984

Here are 3 famous actors from Netherlands died in 1984:

Jan Retèl

Jan Retèl (February 24, 1918 Bussum-August 17, 1984 Bussum) also known as Jan Retel was a Dutch actor and television director. He had one child, René Retèl.

Jan Retèl began his career as an actor in the 1940s, appearing in various Dutch films such as "Mensen zonder geld" and "Dorp aan de rivier". He later transitioned to directing and became a prominent figure in Dutch television during the 1960s and 70s. Some of Retèl's notable directorial credits include the popular Dutch TV shows "Stiefbeen en zoon" and "Ha die Pa!". He also directed several telefilms and TV series, such as "Pension Hommeles" and "Pension Hommeles gaat verder". Retèl's work was celebrated with numerous awards, including the 1963 Prix d'Italia for "Ha die Pa!". He remained active in the entertainment industry until his death in 1984.

Bert van der Linden

Bert van der Linden (May 17, 1908 Rotterdam-March 21, 1984 Amsterdam) was a Dutch actor.

He began his career in the 1930s, acting in various stage productions and eventually making his film debut in 1935. Van der Linden became a well-known and respected figure in Dutch cinema, and appeared in over 60 films throughout his career. He was often cast in supporting or character roles, and was known for his ability to bring depth and nuance to his performances.

In addition to his work in film and theater, van der Linden was also a prolific voice actor, contributing his voice to numerous Dutch language dubs of foreign films and TV shows. He was also a regular radio personality, hosting a popular quiz show and appearing on various talk shows throughout the 1950s and 60s.

Van der Linden continued to act well into his later years, and remained a beloved figure in Dutch entertainment until his death in 1984. His contributions to Dutch cinema and theater are still remembered and celebrated today.

Guus Oster

Guus Oster (September 9, 1915 Rotterdam-April 19, 1984 Amsterdam) also known as August Wilhelm Oster was a Dutch actor. He had one child, Annemarie Oster.

Guus Oster was born in Rotterdam in 1915 to a Dutch mother and a German father. His father died when he was just four years old, and his mother remarried soon after. Oster started his career as an actor in the 1930s, performing in Dutch theatres. He also appeared in several Dutch films in the 1940s and 1950s, including "Kruis of munt" (1948) and "De Fuik" (1957).

Oster was best known for his work as a stage actor, however, and he performed in several plays throughout the Netherlands. He was a regular performer at the Nederlandse Comedie theatre in Amsterdam, and also worked with other theatre companies in the country.

Oster continued to act throughout his life, and was still performing in his seventies. He died in Amsterdam in 1984 at the age of 68. His daughter, Annemarie Oster, is also an actress and writer.

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