Dutch actors who were born in 1952
Here are 5 famous actors from Netherlands were born in 1952:
Alex van Warmerdam
Alex van Warmerdam (August 14, 1952 Haarlem-) also known as Alexander Lucas Maria Warmerdam or Alexander Lucas Maria van Warmerdam is a Dutch film director, actor, screenwriter, writer, painter, film score composer, film producer, designer and poet. He has two children, Houk van Warmerdam and Mees van Warmerdam.
Van Warmerdam began his artistic career as a painter and playwright before transitioning to filmmaking in the 1980s. He is known for his off-beat, darkly comedic style and often blurs the lines between reality and fantasy in his films. Some of his most popular films include "Kleine Teun", "The Dress", and "Borgman", which was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 2013.
In addition to his work in film, Van Warmerdam is also a prolific writer and has published several novels and poetry collections. He has won numerous awards throughout his career, including the Order of the Netherlands Lion and the Golden Calf Award for Best Director.
Van Warmerdam continues to work in various artistic mediums and frequently collaborates with his family members in his projects.
Kees Hulst
Kees Hulst (June 5, 1952 Amsterdam-) is a Dutch actor.
He is known for his work in a variety of mediums, including film, theater, and television. Hulst began his acting career in the 1970s, and has since become a prominent figure in Dutch entertainment.
One of Hulst's most notable roles was in the 2016 film "The Fury," in which he played the character Willem. He has also appeared in several popular Dutch television series such as "Het Klokhuis" and "Bureau Raampoort."
In addition to his acting work, Hulst is also a writer and director. He has worked on a number of plays throughout his career and has received critical acclaim for his work both on and off the stage.
Hulst has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including a Golden Calf for Best Supporting Actor in 2014. He continues to be a sought-after actor in the Netherlands and remains active in the entertainment industry.
Peter Römer
Peter Römer (September 15, 1952 Amsterdam-) also known as Petertje Römer or Petrus Römer is a Dutch actor, screenwriter, television director and television producer. He has two children, Nienke Römer and Thijs Römer.
Peter Römer is best known for his work on the Dutch television series Baantjer, which he co-created along with his father, Appie Baantjer. The crime drama ran for 12 seasons and became one of the most popular shows in Dutch television history. Römer also wrote several episodes of the series and played the role of a police officer.
In addition to his work on Baantjer, Römer has worked on numerous other television shows in the Netherlands as a writer, director, and producer. He has also acted in several Dutch films and television series, including All Stars and Grijpstra & De Gier.
Aside from his show business career, Römer is also involved in various charities and nonprofit organizations. He has served on the board of the Dutch Cancer Society and is a goodwill ambassador for the Dutch Red Cross.
Orlow Seunke
Orlow Seunke (September 22, 1952 Amsterdam-) is a Dutch film director, film editor, film producer, screenwriter and actor.
He is known for his unconventional and experimental approach to filmmaking, often challenging societal norms and conventions through his work. Seunke began his career as a film editor in the late 1970s, eventually transitioning to directing with the release of his first feature film, "Het Teeken" in 1980.
Throughout his career, Seunke has received critical acclaim for films such as "The Dream" (1985), "False Light" (1993), and "Different from Others" (1999), which won the Grand Prix at the Kiev International Film Festival.
In addition to his work behind the camera, Seunke has also acted in several films and television series. He has been an influential figure in Dutch cinema, and his impact on the industry continues to be felt today.
Maarten Spanjer
Maarten Spanjer (October 24, 1952 Amsterdam-) a.k.a. Martinus Raphaël Spanjer is a Dutch actor and writer.
He started his career in 1978 as a comedy actor in the popular television show "Gonzo's Return". He later wrote and starred in his own sketch comedy show "Bassie en Adriaan" which became a huge success in the Netherlands. Apart from his work on television, Spanjer has also written several books and is a regular writer for various newspapers and magazines. He has won numerous awards for his work, including the prestigious "Golden Calf" award for Best Actor. In recent years, he has also been involved in charitable work, especially for organizations working on environmental causes.