Czech movie actors born in the year 1955
Here are 9 famous actors from Czech Republic were born in 1955:
Oldřich Kaiser
Oldřich Kaiser (April 16, 1955 Liberec-) also known as Oldrich Kaiser is a Czech actor. He has one child, Karolina Kaiser.
Oldřich Kaiser is a renowned actor and comedian in the Czech Republic. He graduated from the Theatre Faculty of the Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts in Brno and started his career at Divadlo Na zábradlí in Prague. Kaiser has starred in several films and TV series, including the popular Czech show "Zkoušky z dospělosti" (Trials of Adulthood). In addition to acting, he is also known for his work as a writer, director, and theater producer. He has won numerous awards for his contributions to Czech culture, including the Thalia Award for Best Actor and the Czech Lion award for his contribution to Czech cinema. Despite his success, Kaiser remains humble and dedicated to his craft, and continues to inspire younger generations of actors in the Czech Republic.
Kaiser's talent for comedy has made him a household name in the Czech Republic, and his work has been praised by critics for its sharp wit, impeccable timing, and versatility. In addition to his work in film and theater, Kaiser has also appeared on television, hosting his own talk show and serving as a judge on the Czech version of the hit show, "Dancing with the Stars". Outside of his professional life, Kaiser is known for his philanthropic endeavors and his commitment to promoting the arts in his home country. He has been involved in a number of charitable initiatives over the years, including fundraising for children's health organizations and supporting efforts to preserve historic Czech theaters. Kaiser remains one of the most beloved figures in Czech culture, and his enduring legacy as an artist and humanitarian continues to inspire others both at home and abroad.
Jan Hrušínský
Jan Hrušínský (June 9, 1955 Prague-) also known as Jan Hrusínský is a Czech actor. His children are called Kristýna Hrušínská and Barbora Hrušínská.
Jan Hrušínský comes from an important Czech acting family- his father, Jan Hrušínský Sr., and grandfather, Bedřich Karen, were also acclaimed actors. He began his career in theater and later transitioned to film and television. Hrušínský has appeared in numerous Czech movies and TV series, including the popular comedy series "Hříšní lidé města pražského" and the drama "Vinaři".
In addition to his acting career, Hrušínský is also a football enthusiast and has co-authored several books on football, including "Fotbal jako laska" (Football as Love). He has also worked as a commentator and analyst for football matches on Czech television.
Hrušínský's contributions to Czech culture were recognized in 2013 when he was awarded the Medal of Merit by the Czech president.
Jan Hrušínský has acted in over 50 films and TV series in his career. One of his most notable roles was in the 2008 film "Karamazovi", which was based on Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel "The Brothers Karamazov". Jan Hrušínský played the role of Fyodor Karamazov, the father of the four brothers. The film was critically acclaimed and won several awards, including the Czech Lion Award for Best Film.
In addition to his acting and football career, Jan Hrušínský is also a philanthropist. He is involved with several charitable organizations, including the Tereza Maxová Foundation, which provides support to children in need. He has also participated in various fundraising events for cancer research and environmental causes.
Jan Hrušínský is widely regarded as a respected and influential figure in Czech culture. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to film, television, and theater. His father, Jan Hrušínský Sr., was also a well-known actor in the Czech Republic, and his legacy continues with his children, Kristýna and Barbora, who have also pursued careers in the entertainment industry.
Jan Jirásek
Jan Jirásek (January 9, 1955 Rychnov nad Kněžnou-) also known as Jan Jirasek or Jirásek, Jan is a Czech film score composer, actor and musician.
He studied at the Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts in Brno and later became a member of the Brno State Philharmonic Orchestra. Jirásek gained recognition for his work as a film score composer in the Czech Republic and internationally, having received various awards for his music. He has composed for over 200 films in various genres, including drama, comedy, and animation. In addition to his work as a composer, Jirásek also acted in several films and television shows, and was part of the Czech rock band Spoluzáci in the 1970s.
Jirásek's compositions have been featured in films directed by renowned Czech filmmakers, such as Jan Svěrák, Jiří Menzel, and Petr Nikolaev. He has also worked on international films, including the French film "The African" and the British film "The Children of Dune". Apart from his success in the film industry, Jirásek has also composed orchestral works and chamber music. He has received numerous awards, including the Czech Lion Award for Best Music for the film "Kolya" and the Crystal Globe at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival for his contribution to Czech cinema. In addition, he has also been a member of the National Film Council of the Czech Republic and the European Film Academy.
Antonín Kinský
Antonín Kinský (November 8, 1955 Prague-May 28, 2012 Prague) was a Czech actor.
He studied acting at the Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts in Brno and later worked in both theater and film. Kinský appeared in over 60 films throughout his career, including "Kolya" which won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1997. He was also a regular performer at the prestigious Prague National Theatre. In addition to his successful acting career, Kinský was a respected voice-over artist, dubbing many foreign films and television shows for Czech television. He received several awards for his work as an actor, including the Best Actor award at the 1994 Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. Kinský passed away in 2012 at the age of 56 after a battle with cancer.
Despite his success in acting, Antonín Kinský was also known for his humanitarian work. He was involved in various charitable organizations and volunteered his time and resources to help those in need. He was a supporter of organizations that focused on helping children and youth, as well as those that assisted people living with disabilities. Kinský was also an advocate for environmental conservation and contributed to efforts to protect the Czech countryside. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Merit by the Czech Republic for his contributions to the arts and culture.
Martin Učík
Martin Učík (December 5, 1955 Ostrava-) is a Czech actor.
He initially trained as a locksmith, but his love for acting led him to attend the Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts in Brno. After graduation, he performed in various theaters across the Czech Republic and Slovakia, including the National Theatre in Prague. Učík is known for his roles in numerous Czech films and television series, such as "Dědictví aneb Kurvahošigutntág" and "Báječná léta pod psa." In addition to his acting career, he is also a prolific voice actor, having worked on many animated films and TV shows. Učík has received numerous awards throughout his career, including the prestigious Thalia Award for his contributions to Czech theater.
He has also gained recognition outside of the Czech Republic for his role in the film "I Served the King of England," which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2006. Učík is also involved in cultural and social activities. He is a member of the Czech Actors' Association and participates in charity events, including the annual fundraising campaign for the Czech Society for Multiple Sclerosis. In addition, he is passionate about football and has been actively involved in supporting local football teams in his hometown of Ostrava.
David Vejražka
David Vejražka (May 15, 1955 Prague-) is a Czech actor.
He studied acting at the Theatre Faculty of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague and made his first professional appearance in the National Theatre in 1982. Throughout his career, he has acted in numerous films, television series, and stage productions. Vejražka is best known for his roles in the Czech films "Kolja" (1996), "Lunacy" (2005), and "Burning Bush" (2013). He has won several awards for his performances, including the Czech Lion Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in "Burning Bush." In addition to acting, Vejražka has also worked as a voice actor and lent his voice to numerous animated films and TV shows.
Vejražka has been praised for his versatility as an actor, and for his ability to portray both comedic and dramatic roles with equal skill. He has also gained recognition for his work as a theater director, and has directed productions at numerous theaters throughout the Czech Republic. Vejražka is known for his passionate dedication to the arts, and for his advocacy of cultural and artistic institutions in his home country. In addition to his work in film and theater, he has written several books on theater and performance, and is a frequent lecturer and speaker on the subject. Vejražka remains an active and highly respected member of the Czech cultural community, and is considered one of the country's most accomplished and influential actors.
Michal Hejný
Michal Hejný (May 25, 1955 Prague-October 22, 1996 Oneonta) was a Czech actor.
He is best known for his roles in several Czech films including "My Sweet Little Village" (1985) and "The Elementary School" (1991). He also appeared in numerous theatrical productions during his career.
Hejný began his acting career in the 1970s, appearing in several Czech television shows and films. He gained critical acclaim for his performance in "The Elementary School", which won several awards at various film festivals.
In the early 1990s, Hejný moved to the United States where he continued to act in theater productions. He also appeared in several American films, including "The People vs Larry Flynt" (1996).
Tragically, Hejný passed away in 1996 at the age of 41 due to complications from HIV/AIDS. Despite his relatively short career, he left a lasting impact on the Czech and American acting communities.
Hejný was also known for his activism within the LGBTQ+ community. He was openly gay during a time when it was still taboo in Czechoslovakia and continued to fight for LGBTQ+ rights after he moved to the United States. In 1995, he participated in the first Prague Pride Parade, making him one of the first openly gay celebrities in the country. He also helped raise awareness and funds for HIV/AIDS research, which eventually claimed his own life. Today, many Czech and American actors look up to Hejný as a trailblazer for LGBTQ+ representation in the entertainment industry.
Josef Nedorost
Josef Nedorost (September 20, 1955 České Budějovice-) is a Czech actor.
He graduated from the Theatre Faculty of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague in 1979 and made his acting debut shortly after. Over the course of his career, Nedorost has appeared in numerous films, television series, and stage productions. He is known for his roles in Czech films such as "The Elementary School" (1991), "The Inheritance or Fuckoffguysgoodday" (1992), and "The Little One" (1994). In addition to his work as an actor, Nedorost also works as a teacher at the Theatre Faculty of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague, where he teaches courses on acting and drama.
Nedorost has been nominated for and received several awards for his outstanding performances. In 2010, he received the Thalia Award, one of the highest honors in Czech theater, for his role in the play "Dva na houpačce" (Two on a Seesaw). He has also been nominated for the Czech Lion Award, which recognizes the best achievements in Czech film, for his roles in "The Elementary School" and "The Inheritance or Fuckoffguysgoodday". Outside of his work in the performing arts, Nedorost is also known for his activism. He has been a vocal advocate for animal rights and has participated in protests against animal cruelty.
Ondrej Pavelka
Ondrej Pavelka (September 10, 1955 Nový Jičín-) also known as Ondra Pavelka is a Czech actor.
He is best known for his roles in Czech films and television series such as "Pelíšky" (1999), "Báječná léta pod psa" (1997), "Zdivočelá země" (1997) and "Život a doba soudce A. K." (2014). Pavelka studied acting at the Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts in Brno and began his acting career in the 1980s. In addition to his work in film and television, he has also acted in numerous stage productions in the Czech Republic. Pavelka is considered to be one of the top actors of his generation in the Czech Republic.
Pavelka's talent for acting was recognized early on in his career, and he has received numerous awards for his work, including three Thalia Awards for Best Actor. He has also been nominated for the Czech Lion Award for Best Actor several times, winning the award for his role in "Příběh kmotra" (2008). In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Pavelka is also a vocal advocate for environmental conservation and frequently participates in campaigns to raise awareness about climate change. In his free time, he enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors with his family.