Danish movie stars died in 1987
Here are 4 famous actors from Denmark died in 1987:
Michael Gover
Michael Gover (August 31, 1913 Denmark-May 1, 1987 Sussex) also known as Michael Ole Phillipson Gover was a Danish actor.
Gover began his career as a stage actor in Denmark before moving to England in 1938. He quickly garnered attention for his performances in British theatre productions and went on to appear in over 60 films throughout his career. Some of his most notable film roles include appearing in "The Cruel Sea" (1953), "Room at the Top" (1959), and "Nicholas and Alexandra" (1971). In addition to his work in film, Gover also had success as a television actor, notably starring in the series "An Englishman's Castle" (1978) and "The Onedin Line" (1971-81). Throughout his career, Gover was known for his distinctive voice and commanding presence on stage and screen.
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Valsø Holm
Valsø Holm (December 31, 1906 Copenhagen-December 19, 1987 Denmark) also known as Valsø Henrik Holm was a Danish actor.
He began his acting career in the early 1930s and over the course of his career, he appeared in over 50 films and television shows. Holm was known for his versatility as an actor and his ability to portray a wide range of characters. Some of his most notable roles include Erik in "The Viking Watch of the Danish Seaman" (1939) and Poul Martin Møller in "The Red Mantle" (1967).
Aside from his work in film and television, Holm was also a talented stage actor and appeared in numerous productions at the Royal Danish Theatre in Copenhagen. He was highly regarded by his peers and was considered one of Denmark's most respected actors. Holm was a recipient of the Order of the Dannebrog, one of Denmark's highest honors for contributions to the arts and sciences.
Holm remained active in the entertainment industry until his death in 1987, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of Denmark's most beloved actors.
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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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John Wittig
John Wittig (October 22, 1923 Middelfart-October 23, 1987 Denmark) was a Danish actor.
He started his acting career in the 1940s and appeared in over 50 Danish films throughout his career. He was particularly known for his roles in comedy films and often played supporting characters. Wittig also had success on stage and was a member of the Royal Danish Theatre in Copenhagen. In addition to acting, Wittig was also a writer and director, and directed several plays during his career. He passed away in 1987 at the age of 64.
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