Czech movie actors born in the year 1954
Here are 6 famous actors from Czech Republic were born in 1954:
Michael Kocáb
Michael Kocáb (July 28, 1954 Prague-) also known as Michael Kocab is a Czech singer, composer, film score composer, actor, film producer and politician. His children are called Natálie Kocábová, Jessica Kocábová, Michael Kocáb and David Kocáb.
Michael Kocáb began his musical career in the 1970s as the lead singer and keyboardist of the Czech rock band Pražský výběr. He achieved great success with the band and continued to make music throughout his career, releasing solo albums and composing film scores for movies such as Kolya and The Elementary School.
In addition to his music career, Kocáb also ventured into politics. He served as a member of Parliament in the Czech Republic from 1998 to 2002 and later became the Minister of Culture from 2009 to 2010. During his time in politics, Kocáb focused on promoting art and culture in the Czech Republic, and also played a role in promoting environmental causes.
Aside from his music and political careers, Kocáb has also worked as an actor and film producer. He has appeared in Czech films such as The White Sheik and Andělské oči and produced films like Václav and Básník.
Kocáb's contributions to Czech music and culture have earned him numerous awards and honors, including the Medal of Merit from the Czech Republic and the Czech Lions award for Best Music in Film.
Vlastimil Zavrel
Vlastimil Zavrel (August 4, 1954 Prague-) also known as Vlastimil Zavřel is a Czech actor and voice actor.
He is best known for his voice roles in Czech dubs of foreign movies and TV shows, such as Scar in The Lion King, Rasputin in Anastasia, and Hades in Hercules. Zavrel has also appeared in several Czech films and television shows, including the popular TV series Most! and the film To vypadá svižně. In addition to his acting career, Zavrel has also worked as a director and screenwriter, and has written several children's books. He was awarded the Medal of Merit by the President of the Czech Republic in 2020 for his contribution to Czech culture.
Ondřej Havelka
Ondřej Havelka (October 10, 1954 Prague-) also known as Havelka Ondřej, Ondrej Havelka or O. Havelka is a Czech actor, singer, film director and dancer. He has two children, Vojtěch Havelka and Rozálie Havelková.
Havelka began his career in the entertainment industry performing as a cabaret singer in the 1970s in Prague. He went on to establish his own band called Ondřej Havelka a jeho Melody Makers, which specializes in playing swing and jazz music, in the mid-1980s. The band has since released several albums and has toured widely in Europe and other parts of the world.
Apart from his music career, Havelka has also appeared in numerous Czech films, television series, and theater productions. He is particularly known for his roles in the films "Kolya" (1996), "Musíme si pomáhat" (2000) and "Vratné lahve" (2007). Havelka has also directed and choreographed several successful musicals, including "Rebecca" and "Crazy for You".
In addition to his artistic pursuits, Havelka is actively involved in social causes and has worked with various organizations to promote cultural heritage and arts education in the Czech Republic. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to the arts and culture, including the prestigious Thalia Award.
Vladimír T. Gottwald
Vladimír T. Gottwald (September 8, 1954 Volyně-) a.k.a. Ferdinand Appl or Vladimír Gottwald is a Czech actor, playwright, artist, writer and visual artist.
He graduated from the Prague Conservatory in 1980 and has since performed on stage, television, and film. Some of his notable works include his role in the film "My Sweet Little Village" (1985) and the TV series "The Baker's King" (2002). He has also written several plays, including "The Death of Ilona May" (1986) and "The Life and Work of the Composer Frederick Handel" (1990). In addition to his work in the performing arts, Gottwald is also an accomplished visual artist and has exhibited his work in galleries throughout Europe. He has also published several books, including his memoir "Ferdinand Appl: An Unconventional Life" (2018).
Roman Skamene
Roman Skamene (October 2, 1954 Planá-) a.k.a. R. Skamene is a Czech actor. His children are called Robert Skamene and Sandra Skamene.
Skamene was born in Planá, Czech Republic and began his acting career in the 1980s. He first gained recognition for his role in the Czech TV series "Hospital on the Outskirts" (Nemocnice na kraji města). Skamene went on to appear in numerous Czech films and TV shows, including "Knoflíkáři" and "Ordinace v růžové zahradě".
In addition to his acting career, Skamene is also known for his work as a voice actor. He has voiced characters in various Czech adaptations of foreign films and TV shows, including "The Simpsons" and "Kung Fu Panda".
Skamene is married and has two children, Robert and Sandra. He currently resides in the Czech Republic and continues to act in both film and television.
Jiri Kodes
Jiri Kodes (February 25, 1954 Czechoslovakia-) is a Czech actor.
Jiri Kodes, born in 1954 in Czechoslovakia, is a well-known Czech actor who has made a significant contribution to the Czech film industry. He attended the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague, where he honed his acting skills and started his acting career in the 1970s. He worked extensively in Czech cinema and TV, gaining recognition for his versatile performances.
Jiri Kodes is known for his excellent portrayal of various characters, ranging from lead roles to supporting roles, in a career spanning more than four decades. He has worked in several popular Czech films, TV shows, and theater productions. Some of his notable performances include "Jacob the Liar," "Pleasant Moments," "The Elementary School," and "Corporate Identity," among others.
Apart from his acting career, Jiri Kodes is also involved in several humanitarian and social causes in the Czech Republic. He has also served as a jury member for several prestigious Czech film festivals, including the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. Despite his success, Jiri Kodes is known for being humble and down-to-earth, and is highly respected by his colleagues in the industry.