Austrian movie stars died in 1987
Here are 4 famous actors from Austria died in 1987:
Attila Hörbiger
Attila Hörbiger (April 21, 1896 Budapest-April 27, 1987 Vienna) also known as Attila Horbiger was an Austrian actor. His children are called Elisabeth Orth, Christiane Hörbiger and Maresa Hörbiger.
Attila Hörbiger was born into a family of actors and was himself one of the most famous actors of the 20th century in Austria. He began his acting career at the age of 18 and became known for his dramatic roles on stage and in films. He was particularly known for his portrayal of the protagonist in the legendary play "Jedermann" by Hugo von Hofmannsthal at the Salzburg Festival.
Hörbiger was honored numerous times during his career and received many awards, including the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art and the Ring of Honor of the City of Vienna. He was also a member of the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna.
Despite his success, Hörbiger was also a controversial figure due to his affiliation with the Nazi Party during World War II. After the war, he was briefly imprisoned but was later able to revive his acting career and remain a beloved figure in Austrian culture.
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Wolfgang Liebeneiner
Wolfgang Liebeneiner (October 6, 1905 Lubawka-November 28, 1987 Vienna) a.k.a. Wolfgang Georg Louis Liebeneiner was an Austrian film director, actor, screenwriter, theatre director and television director. His child is called Johanna Liebeneiner.
Liebeneiner began his career in the world of theatres in the 1920s, acting on various stages before eventually becoming a director. He directed renowned plays like Romeo and Juliet, The Taming of the Shrew, and Hamlet. In 1940, he made his first movie, Die Gratwanderung, and would go on to direct over 50 films throughout his career. One of his most famous works is the 1956 film version of The Trapp Family, which later inspired the popular musical, The Sound of Music. In addition to his work in theatre and film, Liebeneiner also directed television shows in the 1960s and 1970s. He passed away on November 28, 1987 in Vienna, at the age of 82, after a long and successful career in the entertainment industry.
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Rudolf Carl
Rudolf Carl (June 19, 1899 Břeclav-January 15, 1987 Graz) was an Austrian actor and film director.
He was born in Břeclav, which at the time was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Carl began his acting career in Vienna in the 1920s, and over the years appeared in more than 100 films. In addition to his work as an actor, he also directed several films including "Der Schimmelreiter" and "Die Försterchristel". Carl was known for his versatility, playing both comedic and dramatic roles, and for his distinctive voice. He continued working in the film industry until his death at the age of 87.
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Rudolf Lenz
Rudolf Lenz (May 25, 1920 Graz-July 12, 1987 Inzell) a.k.a. Rudi Lenz was an Austrian actor.
He began his career in theater and later transitioned to film and television. Lenz appeared in over 130 films throughout his career, including the 1955 film "Sissi" in which he played Emperor Franz Joseph. He was also known for his roles in "The Great Waltz" (1972) and "The Testament of Dr. Mabuse" (1962). In addition to his acting career, Lenz was also a vocal advocate for workers' rights and was a member of the Social Democratic Party in Austria. He passed away in 1987 at the age of 67.
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