Danish movie stars died in 1996
Here are 3 famous actors from Denmark died in 1996:
Peer Guldbrandsen
Peer Guldbrandsen (October 22, 1912 Odense-March 13, 1996 Denmark) was a Danish screenwriter, film producer, film director and actor.
He began his acting career in the 1930s, appearing in a number of Danish films. He transitioned to screenwriting and directing in the 1940s, co-writing the acclaimed war drama "The Silent Battalion" (1943). Guldbrandsen produced and directed several feature films in the following decades, including the family drama "The Ponies" (1967) and the suspense thriller "Nightwatch" (1978). He is perhaps best known for his work on the courtroom drama "The Crucible" (1957), which he co-wrote and directed, earning critical acclaim and international recognition. In addition to his work in film, Guldbrandsen was also a prolific writer, publishing several novels and plays throughout his career. He passed away in Denmark in 1996 at the age of 83.
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Otto Møller Jensen
Otto Møller Jensen (July 31, 1940 Denmark-March 12, 1996 Denmark) was a Danish actor.
He was known for his work in the theater, film, and television. Jensen began his acting career in the late 1960s and quickly established himself as one of Denmark's most talented actors. He appeared in numerous popular Danish movies and TV shows throughout his career, earning critical acclaim for his performances. Jensen was also a prolific stage actor and appeared in many productions at the Royal Danish Theatre in Copenhagen. He won numerous awards for his work, including the prestigious Reumert Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1989. Besides acting, Jensen was also a notable advocate for LGBTQ+ rights in Denmark. His legacy is remembered to this day as a significant contributor to Danish culture and entertainment.
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John Price
John Price (September 15, 1913 Denmark-December 10, 1996 Denmark) a.k.a. John Christopher Waldemar Price or Far John was a Danish actor and television director. He had two children, Adam Price and James Price.
John Price started his career as an actor in Danish theaters and later went on to act in nearly 20 Danish films, predominantly in the 1940s and 1950s. In the 1960s, he shifted his focus to television and became a prominent television director. He directed a number of popular Danish TV series and shows, including "Matador" and "Olsen-banden."
Apart from his work in the entertainment industry, Price was also actively involved in politics. He was a member of the Danish Social Democrats and served as a member of the Folketing (Danish parliament) from 1960 to 1973.
Price's son Adam Price is also a well-known Danish writer and television personality, known for creating and writing the popular political drama series "Borgen." John Price's other son James Price is a Professor of Political Science at Pennsylvania State University in the United States.
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