Swiss movie stars died at 70

Here are 1 famous actors from Switzerland died at 70:

Sacha Pitoëff

Sacha Pitoëff (March 11, 1920 Geneva-July 21, 1990 Paris) a.k.a. Sacha Pitoeff or Alexandre Pitoëff was a Swiss actor and theatre director.

He was born into a family of artists, with his father being a Russian theatre director and his mother a French actress. Sacha Pitoëff studied theatre and acting at the Conservatoire de Paris before starting his career as an actor in the 1940s. He was known for his unique stage presence and intense performances, which earned him critical acclaim and a loyal following.

In addition to his work as an actor, Sacha Pitoëff also directed numerous plays and was known for his avant-garde and experimental productions. He collaborated with some of the most prominent theatre companies in France and Europe, including the Paris Theatre and the Comédie-Française.

Throughout his career, Sacha Pitoëff received many awards and honors for his contributions to the theatre. He was a four-time winner of the Molière Award, one of the most prestigious awards in French theatre.

Sacha Pitoëff continued to work in the theatre until his death in 1990 at the age of 70. He left behind a legacy as one of the most influential actors and directors of his generation.

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