Danish movie stars died at 60
Here are 7 famous actors from Denmark died at 60:
Elith Foss
Elith Foss (August 8, 1911 Aarhus-April 19, 1972 Denmark) was a Danish actor.
He began his acting career on a theater stage, performing in various plays in Denmark, before transitioning to film. Foss appeared in over 50 Danish films during his career, including "The Olsen Gang" series, which became very popular in Denmark. He was known for his comedic timing and his ability to bring life to the characters he portrayed. Foss also occasionally worked as a director and screenwriter, showcasing his versatility within the film industry. Despite his success, Foss remained humble and dedicated to his craft, inspiring many aspiring actors in Denmark.
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Carl Schenstrøm
Carl Schenstrøm (November 13, 1881 Copenhagen-April 10, 1942 Copenhagen) also known as Karl Georg Harald Schenstrøm, Pat or Doublepatte was a Danish actor.
Schenstrøm was best known for his comedic roles in Danish and Swedish film industries. He began his career as a stage actor in Copenhagen, and later transitioned to film in the 1910s. Schenstrøm formed a renowned comedy duo with fellow actor Harald Madsen, affectionately known as "Fyrtaarnet og Bivognen" (The Lighthouse and the Runabout).
Together, Schenstrøm and Madsen appeared in over 30 films, primarily in Denmark and Sweden, including the popular silent film series "Olsen Banden" (The Olsen Gang). Schenstrøm was also a successful director, screenwriter, and producer, working on several productions throughout the 1920s and 1930s.
Despite his success in the film industry, Schenstrøm struggled with alcoholism and died from complications related to the disease in 1942 at the age of 60. He is remembered today as one of Denmark's greatest comedic actors and his films remain popular in Denmark and Sweden.
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Mogens Brandt
Mogens Brandt (March 1, 1909 Copenhagen-January 21, 1970 Denmark) was a Danish actor.
He was best known for his work in Danish cinema and theater during the mid-20th century. Brandt began his acting career in 1934, appearing in a variety of films throughout the 1940s and 1950s. He quickly gained recognition for his strong performances and versatility as an actor, often playing complex and nuanced characters. In addition to his work in film, Brandt was also a prominent figure in the Danish theater scene, appearing in numerous productions throughout his career. His talent and dedication to his craft earned him critical acclaim and a reputation as one of Denmark's most respected actors. Despite his success, Brandt remained humble and committed to his work until his passing at the age of 60.
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Lau Lauritzen, Sr.
Lau Lauritzen, Sr. (March 13, 1878 Silkeborg-July 2, 1938 Copenhagen) a.k.a. Lau Lauritzen, Lauritz Lauritsen, Lauritz Lauritzen Sr. or Lauritz Lauritzen was a Danish screenwriter, film director and actor. He had one child, Lau Lauritzen, Jr..
He died caused by suicide.
Lau Lauritzen, also known as "the Grand Old Man of Danish film," made significant contributions to the Danish film industry during his career. He began his career as an actor, but later shifted his focus to screenwriting and directing. Along with his son, Lau Lauritzen Jr., he founded the production company, Palladium, which produced many successful Danish films.
Lauritzen Sr. was known for his ability to tell stories that reflected social issues faced by Danish society. His films often depicted the struggles of the working class and highlighted the need for social justice. He collaborated with many other famous Danish artists and filmmakers, including Carl Theodor Dreyer and Ole Olsen.
Despite his success, Lauritzen Sr. suffered from depression and committed suicide in 1938. His legacy, however, continues to live on through the many films he directed and produced, which had a profound impact on Danish cinema.
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Henrik Wiehe
Henrik Wiehe (February 9, 1927 Frederiksberg-July 1, 1987 Denmark) also known as Henrik Rosing Wiehe was a Danish actor.
He was raised in a family of performers, as his father was also an actor. Henrik Wiehe began his acting career in the early 1950s, and quickly became a well-known figure in Danish theater and cinema. He starred in a number of popular Danish films throughout the 1950s and 1960s, often in leading roles. Wiehe was particularly celebrated for his performances in stage productions of plays by William Shakespeare, and he was regarded as one of Denmark's finest Shakespearean actors. In addition to his work on stage and screen, Wiehe also worked as a voice actor, and was known for his distinctive and powerful voice. He passed away in 1987 at the age of 60.
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Esben Storm
Esben Storm (May 26, 1950 Denmark-March 28, 2011 Sydney) a.k.a. Mort S. Seben was a Danish actor, screenwriter, film director, television producer, film producer, film editor and television director.
Esben Storm began his career in the entertainment industry in Denmark before moving to Australia in the 1980s. He is known for his work on several Australian television shows including "Water Rats", "All Saints", and "Wildside". He also directed the feature film "Blackrock" in 1997 which received critical acclaim. In addition to his work in film and television, Storm was a respected theater director and produced many stage shows. He passed away in 2011 in Sydney at the age of 60.
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Frederik van Pallandt
Frederik van Pallandt (May 4, 1934 Copenhagen-May 15, 1994 Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro) a.k.a. Frederik Jan Gustav Floris, Baron van Pallandt, Frederik Jan Floris Baron van Pallandt, Frederick or Nina & Frederik was a Danish singer, actor and film score composer. He had four children, Floris Nicolas Ali, Baron van Pallandt, Kirsa Eleonore Clara, Baroness van Pallandt, Ana Maria Else, Baroness van Pallandt and Daniel Tilopa, Baron van Pallandt.
Frederik van Pallandt was born into a noble Dutch family and spent his early years in Denmark before moving to the Netherlands. In the 1950s, he formed a musical duo with his then-wife, the singer Nina van Pallandt, and together they achieved international success with hits like "Suzanne," "Do You Know How Christmas Trees Are Grown?," and "La La La."
Aside from their music career, Frederik and Nina van Pallandt also appeared in several films together, including the classic noir thriller "The Long Goodbye" (1973) directed by Robert Altman. Frederik van Pallandt also composed the score for several films, including "March or Die" (1977) starring Gene Hackman.
In the 1980s, Frederik van Pallandt moved to the Philippines, where he devoted himself to ecological and humanitarian causes. He founded the Sabang Hills Foundation and worked to protect the local rainforests and provide aid to impoverished communities.
Tragically, Frederik van Pallandt was murdered along with his partner, Indonesian socialite Hendrikje "Dolly" Tiemesen, while on a yacht off the coast of the Philippines. Their deaths remain unsolved to this day.
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