Dutch actors who were born in 1953
Here are 5 famous actors from Netherlands were born in 1953:
Alex Van Halen
Alex Van Halen (May 8, 1953 Nijmegen-) also known as Alexander Arthur Van Halen, alex_van_halen or Van Halen, Alex is a Dutch drummer, musician, actor, percussionist, keyboard player and guitarist.
He is best known as the co-founder and drummer of the legendary American rock band Van Halen. Alex was born in the Netherlands, but his family moved to Pasadena, California when he was a child. He grew up playing music with his younger brother, Eddie Van Halen, who would later become one of the most influential guitarists of all time.
Van Halen formed in 1972 with original members Alex, Eddie, David Lee Roth, and Michael Anthony. The band quickly gained a following in their hometown of Los Angeles with their high-energy live shows and unique blend of hard rock and pop sensibilities. Alex's drumming style, which incorporated elements of jazz and funk, helped define the band's sound and set them apart from other rock acts of the time.
Over the course of their career, Van Halen released numerous multi-platinum albums, sold out arenas around the world, and earned countless accolades and awards. Alex's contributions to the band's success cannot be overstated, as his talented drumming helped to anchor some of the group's biggest hits, including "Jump," "Panama," and "Hot for Teacher."
In addition to his work with Van Halen, Alex has also collaborated with other artists over the years, including Sammy Hagar and Alice Cooper. He is widely considered one of the greatest rock drummers of all time and has been inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame.
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Theodor Holman
Theodor Holman (January 9, 1953 Amsterdam-) is a Dutch journalist, presenter, novelist, screenwriter and actor. His child is called Marscha Holman.
Holman started his career as a journalist writing for several Dutch newspapers such as Het Parool and De Groene Amsterdammer. He later went on to host and produce various television programs including Sonja op Maandag and Het Gesprek. Holman has also written several novels, plays and screenplays including Medisch Centrum West, which was very popular in the Netherlands during the 1980s. In addition to his work in the media industry, Holman has also acted in various Dutch films and television shows. Throughout his career, he has been known for his controversial opinions on social and political issues in the Netherlands.
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Erland Van Lidth De Jeude
Erland Van Lidth De Jeude (June 3, 1953 Hilversum-September 23, 1987 New York City) otherwise known as Erland van Lidth de Jeude or Erland van Lidth was a Dutch actor, wrestler and opera singer. He had one child, Christiaan van Lidth de Jeude.
He is best known for his roles in movies such as "The Running Man", "Stir Crazy" and "Delta Force". Prior to his acting career, Erland was an accomplished wrestler and went on to represent the Netherlands in the 1976 Montreal Olympics. He also had a passion for singing and performed in several operas in the Netherlands and the United States. Van Lidth tragically passed away at the age of 34 due to heart failure as a complication of his obesity. After his death, his family established The Erland Van Lidth De Jeude Memorial Foundation to support the arts and his legacy.
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Pim Koopman
Pim Koopman (March 11, 1953 Hilversum-November 23, 2009 Hilversum) also known as Wilhelmus Frederikus (Pim) Koopman was a Dutch actor, drummer, percussionist, musician, music arranger, record producer and film score composer.
He was best known for his work with the Dutch progressive rock band, Kayak, for which he served as the drummer and a founding member. Koopman was part of Kayak from 1972 to 1976 and from 1999 until his death in 2009. He also played drums for various other artists including Focus, Earth and Fire, and Diesel.
Aside from his successful music career, Pim Koopman also composed music for several Dutch films and television series. He won a Golden Calf award in 1986 for his score for the film "Abel" and in 1993 he was nominated for a "Gouden Harp", a Dutch music industry award, for his contributions to the music scene.
In 2005, Koopman was diagnosed with cancer and although he continued to perform with Kayak until his health deteriorated, he passed away at the age of 56 in his hometown of Hilversum.
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Herman Koch
Herman Koch (September 5, 1953 Arnhem-) also known as Koch, Herman or Menno Voorhof is a Dutch writer and actor. He has one child, Pablo Koch.
Herman Koch studied Russian language and literature before embarking on a successful career in literature. He is known for his dark humor and satirical writing style. His most famous novel, "The Dinner," has been translated into over 20 languages and adapted into a film. In addition to his career as a writer, Koch has also worked as a television and radio host in the Netherlands. As an actor, Koch has appeared in several Dutch films and television series. Along with his literary works, Koch has also written several plays and a collection of short stories. He has won many literary awards, including the prestigious AKO Literature Prize.
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