Serbian movie actors died before they were 40

Here are 2 famous actors from Serbia died before 40:

Joe Penner

Joe Penner (November 11, 1904 Zrenjanin-January 10, 1941 Philadelphia) a.k.a. József Pintér or Penner was a Serbian actor and screenwriter.

He died caused by myocardial infarction.

Joe Penner was renowned for his comedy roles and his unique style of comedic delivery. He rose to fame during the 1930s as a popular radio and film personality. Penner was known for catchphrases such as "Wanna buy a duck?" and "You naaasty man!" which became very popular with his fans.

Penner was also a talented musician and played several instruments including the saxophone, clarinet, and trumpet. He often incorporated his musical talents into his comedy routines.

In addition to his acting and radio career, Penner also co-wrote several films and TV shows. He was married twice and had one child.

Despite his success, Penner was plagued by health problems throughout his career. He suffered from chronic heart disease and died of a heart attack at the age of 36. Today, he is remembered as one of the pioneering figures of early American comedy.

Read more about Joe Penner on Wikipedia »

Milan Mladenovic

Milan Mladenovic (September 21, 1958 Zagreb-November 5, 1994 Belgrade) a.k.a. Milan Mladenović was a Serbian singer, musician, actor, film score composer and guitarist.

He died in pancreatic cancer.

Milan Mladenović was a prominent figure in the Yugoslav rock scene as the frontman of the band Ekatarina Velika (EKV) which was one of the most influential bands in the former Yugoslavia. He was also a member of the bands Limunovo drvo and Šarlo Akrobata. Mladenović was known for his distinctive voice and songwriting style, which often dealt with social and political issues.

Aside from his musical career, Mladenović was also active in the film industry as an actor and film score composer. He composed music for several films, including "Bice skoro propast sveta" and "Virdzina." Mladenović was also a poet and his literary works were published in several books.

Mladenović's influence on the Yugoslav rock scene can still be felt today, and he is often cited as one of the most important figures in its history.

Read more about Milan Mladenovic on Wikipedia »

Related articles