Danish movie stars died in 1974

Here are 2 famous actors from Denmark died in 1974:

Werner Heyking

Werner Heyking (June 14, 1913 Denmark-October 10, 1974 Denmark) also known as Werner J. Heyking or Werner Jannick Heyking was a Danish actor.

Heyking began his acting career in theater before transitioning to film. He made his film debut in "Når ungdommen synger" (1938) and went on to appear in over 30 films throughout his career, including "Otto er et nesehorn" (1963) and "Slottet" (1964). Heyking was known for his versatility as an actor, often taking on complex and challenging roles.

In addition to his work on screen, Heyking was also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to numerous Danish dubs of foreign films and television shows. He was also a well-respected stage director, having directed productions for theaters such as the Royal Danish Theatre.

Heyking was the recipient of several awards throughout his career, including the Reumert Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1952 and the Tagea Brandt Rejselegat in 1959. Despite his success, Heyking remained humble and dedicated to his craft until his death in 1974.

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Hans W. Petersen

Hans W. Petersen (January 28, 1897 Denmark-April 27, 1974 Denmark) otherwise known as Hans Petersen or Hans Wilhelm Petersen was a Danish actor.

He began his acting career at the Royal Danish Theatre in Copenhagen where he performed in various plays including Shakespeare's Hamlet. Petersen gained widespread recognition for his role as the main character in the Danish silent film "The Abyss" (1917). Throughout his career, he appeared in over 50 films and numerous stage productions, earning critical acclaim for his versatility and strong character performances. Petersen was also a prolific voice actor, providing Danish dubs for foreign films such as Walt Disney's "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs". In addition to his successful acting career, he played an active role in promoting the Danish film industry and served as the chairman of the Association of Danish Actors from 1964-1970. Hans W. Petersen remains a beloved figure in Danish cinema and theatre history.

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