Danish movie stars born in 1919
Here are 5 famous actors from Denmark were born in 1919:
Ove Sprogøe
Ove Sprogøe (December 21, 1919 Odense-September 14, 2004 Tårnby) also known as Ove Wendelboe Sprogøe Petersen or Sprogøe, Ove was a Danish actor and singer. He had three children, Henning Sprogøe, Svend Sprogøe and Jørgen Sprogøe.
Born in Odense, Denmark, Ove Sprogøe studied acting at the Royal Danish Theatre in Copenhagen. He initially worked as a stage actor, but eventually made a name for himself in Danish cinema. He is perhaps best known for his role as the bumbling detective Jensen in the Olsen-banden film series, which spanned over a dozen films. He also appeared in a number of other films throughout his career, including "The Red Mantle" and "The Green Butchers".
In addition to his work in film, Sprogøe was also a popular singer in Denmark, and released several albums throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He was a beloved figure in Danish entertainment and was widely recognized for his talent and contributions to Danish film and culture. Sprogøe passed away in 2004 at the age of 84.
Mogens Wieth
Mogens Wieth (September 16, 1919 Copenhagen-September 10, 1962 London) was a Danish actor. His child is called Julie Wieth.
Mogens Wieth was a popular Danish actor who made significant contributions to the film industry during his short career. He was born on September 16, 1919, in Copenhagen, Denmark. Wieth started his acting career in the 1940s after completing his education at the Royal Theatre's drama school in Copenhagen. He quickly gained recognition for his acting skills and went on to star in over 40 films, television series, and theater productions. Wieth was best known for his role in the Danish television series Matador, where he played the character of Mads Skjern.
Apart from his acting career, Wieth had a great interest in photography and was an accomplished photographer. His love for photography often saw him carrying a camera with him on his travels. Wieth's work as a photographer was recently exhibited in Denmark, where it drew appreciative acclaim. Unfortunately, Mogens Wieth's life was cut short when he died on September 10, 1962, in London due to a sudden heart attack. Nevertheless, his body of work continues to inspire many aspiring actors and filmmakers in Denmark and beyond.
Louis Miehe-Renard
Louis Miehe-Renard (April 11, 1919 Copenhagen-January 21, 1997 Denmark) also known as Louis Meihe Renard or Louis Christian Miehe-Renard was a Danish actor. He had five children, Isabella Miehe-Renard, Martin Miehe-Renard, Pierre Miehe-Renard, Katja Miehe-Renard and Anja Miehe-Renard.
Louis Miehe-Renard began his career in the Danish theatre and made his film debut in the 1941 Danish film "Sørensen og Rasmussen". He was a popular actor in Denmark during the 1940s and 1950s, known for his roles in films such as "Lise kommer til Byen" (1951), "Café Paradis" (1950) and "Familien Schmidt" (1951).
In addition to his work as an actor, Miehe-Renard was also a director and screenwriter. He directed his first film, "Tre piger i Paris", in 1960 and went on to direct several more films, including "Dyden går amok" (1961) and "Hvad med os?" (1964).
Miehe-Renard was married to actress Bodil Steen from 1944 until her death in 1972. He later married actress Lily Weiding in 1974.
In 1993, Miehe-Renard was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Order of Dannebrog for his contributions to Danish theatre and film. He passed away in 1997 in Denmark at the age of 77.
Freddy Albeck
Freddy Albeck (August 9, 1919 Copenhagen-February 7, 1992) was a Danish actor.
He was known for his versatile acting talent that made him a successful actor in Danish theaters and films. Albeck started his career in the theater industry in the 1940s, and in 1949, he made his debut in Danish film Industry with his lead role in "The Girl from the Marsh Croft." Throughout his career, he became a prominent figure in the Danish entertainment industry and worked in over 80 Danish films, including "The Viking Watch of the Danish Seaman," "The Yellow Hell of Vincente," and "The Olsen Gang Outta Sight."
Besides acting, Albeck was also a skilled director and developed his career as a director in the 1960s, directing successful films such as "The Last Winter," "The Don Olsen Gang's Longest Day," and "The Olsen Gang Sees Red." His outstanding contributions to Danish film earned him the 1986 Knight of the Dannebrog Order's horor, one of the most prestigious honors in Denmark.
Georges Ulmer
Georges Ulmer (February 16, 1919 Copenhagen-September 29, 1989 Marseille) a.k.a. Jorgen Frederick Ulmer, Jorge Ulmer or Jørgen Frederik Ulmer was a Danish actor. His child is called Laura Ulmer.
Georges Ulmer was not only an actor but also a singer, lyricist, and composer. He began his career in Denmark as a singer and later moved to Paris to pursue his dream of becoming an actor. Ulmer gained fame in France during the 1940s and 1950s as a popular singer and performer, known for his distinctive voice and unique style. He recorded numerous hits, including the classic songs "Pigalle" and "C'est si bon". Over the course of his career, Ulmer appeared in several films and television shows, including "Maigret et l'affaire Saint-Fiacre" and "Le Drapeau noir flotte sur la marmite". He continued to perform and record music until his death in Marseille in 1989.