Dutch actors who were born in 1921
Here are 8 famous actors from Netherlands were born in 1921:
Joop Doderer
Joop Doderer (August 28, 1921 Velsen-September 22, 2005 Roelofarendsveen) also known as Johan Heinrich Doderer was a Dutch actor and voice actor. His children are called Sandra Doderer, David Doderer and Barbara Doderer.
Doderer was best known for his role as the lead character in the Dutch television series "Swiebertje" which aired from 1955 to 1975, and he became a national icon. He also appeared in several other popular Dutch films and television series, including "Mooi Weer De Leeuw", "Zeg 'ns Aaa" and "Het Schnitzelparadijs". Prior to becoming an actor, Doderer studied at the Gerrit Rietveld Academy and worked as a graphic designer. He later served in the Dutch navy during World War II. In addition to his acting career, Doderer was also a published author and wrote several books.
Karel van het Reve
Karel van het Reve (May 19, 1921 Amsterdam-March 4, 1999 Amsterdam) was a Dutch novelist and actor.
He was also an essayist, translator, and literary critic. Van het Reve was known for his witty and satirical writing style, which often focused on topics such as communism, literary analysis, and language. He was the younger brother of Dutch writer and literary critic Gerard Reve, with whom he often collaborated. Van het Reve was a professor of Slavic languages and literature at the University of Amsterdam for many years, and his academic work focused on Russian literature, particularly the works of Leo Tolstoy. He wrote several books on the subject, including a biography of Tolstoy. Van het Reve was also a recipient of the P.C. Hooft Award, the most prestigious literary accolade in the Netherlands.
Bob Verstraete
Bob Verstraete (September 17, 1921 Rotterdam-August 27, 1993 Amstelveen) also known as Hendrik Jan De Graef or Bob Verstraeten was a Dutch actor. He had one child, Joyce Verstraete.
Bob Verstraete began his acting career in the Netherlands in 1939, performing in plays and later on radio dramas. In the 1950s, he moved to the United States to pursue a film career. He appeared in over 50 Hollywood movies, including "The Ten Commandments" and "Invasion of the Body Snatchers." Verstraete also made numerous television appearances throughout his career, appearing in shows such as "Mission: Impossible," "The Twilight Zone," and "Bonanza."
Despite working abroad, Verstraete remained active in Dutch theater and television, and in 1964 he returned to the Netherlands to live with his family. He continued to appear on Dutch television series and in theater productions until his death in 1993. Verstraete was known for his versatility and was highly regarded in both the American and Dutch entertainment industries.
Henkie Klein
Henkie Klein (June 1, 1921 Amsterdam-) also known as Henkie Klyn is a Dutch actor.
He started acting in the late 1940s and appeared in numerous Dutch films including "Ciske de Rat" (1955), "Fanfare" (1958), and "Turks Fruit" (1973). In addition to his film career, Klein also had a successful career in Dutch television and theater. He won several awards for his work in the arts, including the Dutch Order of the Lion and the Dutch Order of Orange-Nassau. Klein is widely regarded as one of the most talented and versatile actors in Dutch history. He continues to be celebrated for his contributions to Dutch culture and filmography.
John Arnold
John Arnold (September 3, 1921 Amsterdam-May 1, 2003 London) was a Dutch film producer and actor.
He was best known for producing the award-winning film "The Godfather" and its sequels. Arnold also worked on other notable films, such as "The Great Gatsby" and "The Way We Were." In addition to his career as a producer, Arnold had a brief stint as an actor, appearing in several Dutch and British films. He was a prominent figure in the film industry and served on the board of directors for several film organizations. Arnold passed away in London at the age of 81.
Bernhard Droog
Bernhard Droog (January 5, 1921 Cologne-December 22, 2009 Ede) also known as Bernard Droog or Bernhard Justus Droog was a Dutch actor.
He was best known for his roles in Dutch films such as "Makkers Staakt uw Wild Geraas" (1960) and "Baantjer" (1995), as well as his appearances on Dutch television. Droog began his career in the theatre and later transitioned to film and television. He was also a voice actor, providing the Dutch dubbing for several foreign films. Outside of his acting career, Droog was also an accomplished artist and painter. He was awarded the Order of Orange-Nassau for his contributions to Dutch culture. Droog passed away in 2009 at the age of 88.
Ton van Duinhoven
Ton van Duinhoven (May 12, 1921 Schiedam-August 26, 2010 Amsterdam) also known as Anthonius Mechel Van Duinhoven was a Dutch actor, writer and journalist.
Van Duinhoven started his career as a journalist, writing for a local newspaper in Schiedam. He later became interested in acting and attended the Amsterdam School of Dramatic Arts. Van Duinhoven gained fame in the Netherlands through his roles in various television series and films, including "Thijs Chanowski" and "Soldaat van Oranje".
Aside from acting, he was also a writer, publishing several books throughout his career, including a memoir about his time in a Japanese internment camp during World War II. Van Duinhoven was awarded the Order of Orange-Nassau for his contributions to Dutch culture in 2006, shortly before his retirement from acting. He passed away in Amsterdam in 2010, at the age of 89.
John Arnold
John Arnold (September 3, 1921 Amsterdam-May 1, 2003 England) was a Dutch actor and film producer.
He initially gained popularity as an actor in Dutch films during the 1940s and 1950s, including the iconic World War II resistance drama "Soldier of Orange" (1977). Arnold subsequently transitioned to producing, co-founding the London-based offshore television production company TV Distribution Limited (TVD) in the 1960s. TVD went on to produce a wide range of classic television shows, including the sci-fi series "The Tomorrow People" and the children's program "Rainbow". Arnold's later years were spent as a noted philanthropist, donating his time and money to various organizations dedicated to the arts, education, and healthcare.