Dutch actors who were born in 1970
Here are 11 famous actors from Netherlands were born in 1970:
Edo Brunner
Edo Brunner (October 11, 1970 Dubbeldam-) is a Dutch actor.
He is best known for his roles in Dutch comedy series such as "Het Schnitzelparadijs" and "Penoza". Brunner began his career in the entertainment industry as a radio DJ before transitioning to television acting. He has also had small roles in Dutch films such as "Het Schnitzelparadijs" and "Alles Is Liefde". In addition to his work in television and film, Brunner has also done voice work for various animated television shows and films. Off-screen, he is known to be an avid sports fan and a supporter of Dutch soccer club Feyenoord Rotterdam.
Danny de Munk
Danny de Munk (February 19, 1970 Amsterdam-) a.k.a. Danny de Munck, Munk, de, Danny or Dennis de Munk is a Dutch actor and singer. His children are called Bo de Munk and Davy de Munk.
Danny de Munk first rose to fame in the 1980s with his role in the Dutch film "Ciske de Rat." He also had success as a singer, with his hit song "Ik Voel Me Zo Verdomd Alleen" becoming a number one hit in the Netherlands.
In addition to his acting and singing, de Munk has also worked as a TV host and presenter. He has appeared in a number of Dutch television programs and series, including "Kees & Co" and "GTST."
De Munk has continued to perform and record music, releasing numerous albums over the years. He is also active in theater, having appeared in a number of stage productions.
Outside of his professional life, de Munk is known for his charitable work. He is a patron of the Dutch AIDS Foundation and has used his platform to raise awareness and funds for the organization.
Kees Boot
Kees Boot (March 26, 1970 Dronten-) a.k.a. Cees Boot is a Dutch actor.
He is best known for his roles in Dutch television dramas such as "Grijpstra & De Gier", "Flikken Maastricht" and "Celblok H". Boot began his acting career in the early 1990s, and has since appeared in numerous films and television series. In addition to his work on screen, Boot is also a prolific stage actor, and has performed in many theater productions throughout his career. In recent years, he has been involved in a number of activism and humanitarian efforts, working to raise awareness and support for various social causes.
Marcel Hensema
Marcel Hensema (October 25, 1970 Winschoten-) is a Dutch actor and film director.
He started his acting career with the youth theater group Groningsch Peil in the city of Groningen, Netherlands. He then went on to study acting at the Academy for Performing Arts in Maastricht. Hensema has appeared in numerous Dutch films, television shows, and plays. He also directed the film drama "Groninger Eierbal" which was released in 2019. Hensema is known for his versatile acting skills and has won several awards for his performances, including a Golden Calf for Best Actor in a Leading Role for his performance in the film "Het Schnitzelparadijs". In addition to acting, he is also a writer and has published his debut novel "Kleine kans" in 2018.
Hylke van Sprundel
Hylke van Sprundel (November 14, 1970 Netherlands-) a.k.a. Hylke of Sprundel or Hylke of sippy is a Dutch actor.
He is best known for his roles in Dutch films and TV series such as "Ramses", "Gooische Vrouwen", and "Flodder". Van Sprundel started his acting career in the 1990s and has since then appeared in numerous Dutch productions. He has also worked as a voice actor for Dutch versions of popular animated films such as "Despicable Me" and "Rio". Aside from acting, Van Sprundel is also a trained singer and has performed on stage in musical productions such as "Ciske de Rat" and "Miss Saigon".
Ruben van der Meer
Ruben van der Meer (June 2, 1970 Amsterdam-) is a Dutch actor, musician and screenwriter.
He became well-known in the Netherlands as one of the cast members of the satirical television show "Draadstaal". Van der Meer appeared in several Dutch films and TV shows, including the popular comedy film "New Kids Turbo" and "New Kids Nitro". He has also had success as a musician, releasing albums and performing in various bands. As a screenwriter, he has written for multiple Dutch TV shows and movies. Van der Meer is considered one of the most versatile entertainers in the Netherlands, and has won multiple awards for his work in theater, film, and television. In addition to his entertainment career, he is also an ambassador for the Dutch Refugee Council.
Rick Wiessenhaan
Rick Wiessenhaan (October 27, 1970 Rotterdam-) a.k.a. Rik Wiessenhaan or Ricky Wiessenhaan is a Dutch actor and special effects supervisor.
He studied at the Maastricht Academy of Dramatic Arts and began his career as an actor in Dutch television and film productions. He is best known for his work as a special effects supervisor on the international blockbuster films, including Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, and Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation. In addition to his work in the film industry, Wiessenhaan also serves as a lecturer and guest speaker at various universities and events, sharing his expertise and experience in special effects with aspiring filmmakers.
Marc van Uchelen
Marc van Uchelen (October 7, 1970 Baarn-) also known as Mark van Uchelen, Marc van Ughelen or Oom Rick is a Dutch actor, film director and screenwriter.
Van Uchelen started his career as an actor in the late 1980s, appearing in several Dutch films and TV shows. He gained critical acclaim for his role in the 1992 Dutch movie "De Zomer van '45" (The Summer of '45) where he played the lead character. He was also part of the cast of the 2006 movie "Zwartboek" (Black Book) directed by Paul Verhoeven. Besides acting, Van Uchelen has also directed and written screenplays for several short films and documentaries. He founded his own production company, Oom Rick Films, in 2005. Sadly, Van Uchelen passed away in 2013 at the age of 42, leaving behind a great legacy in the Dutch film industry.
Beau van Erven Dorens
Beau van Erven Dorens (December 24, 1970 Haarlem-) is a Dutch presenter and actor.
He started his career as an actor in the popular Dutch soap opera "Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden" in 1991. He then went on to host several successful television shows such as "The Phone" and "Beau Five Days Inside". In 2009, he won the Dutch version of "Dancing with the Stars".
Van Erven Dorens is also known for his work as a journalist and documentary maker. He has covered various topics including the refugee crisis, drug addiction, and poverty in different parts of the world. In 2018, he won an Emmy Award for his documentary series "The Amsterdam Project".
Apart from his work in the entertainment industry, Van Erven Dorens is actively involved in various charities and social causes. He is a goodwill ambassador for the Dutch Cancer Society and has also served as an ambassador for the Dutch Refugee Foundation.
Van Erven Dorens is married with four children and is known for his down-to-earth personality and sense of humor.
Wouter Smit
Wouter Smit (April 4, 1970 Geleen-) also known as Wouter Vincent Smit or Walter Vincent Smith is a Dutch actor and businessperson.
Smit's passion for acting started at a young age, and he pursued his dream by attending various acting schools in the Netherlands before landing his first role in a television series. His breakthrough came when he starred in the hit television series "Rozengeur & Wodka Lime," which made him a household name in the Netherlands.
Apart from acting, Smit is also a successful businessperson. He founded and co-owns a chain of luxury boutique hotels in Europe and the Caribbean, which have received numerous awards and accolades. He is also known for his philanthropic work, particularly in the areas of education and environmental conservation.
In addition to his acting and business careers, Smit is also a writer and has authored several books on topics ranging from entrepreneurship to personal development. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, playing music, and practicing yoga.
Paul de Munnik
Paul de Munnik (September 30, 1970 Dronten-) otherwise known as Munnik, de, Paul, Paul Frederik de Munnik or Acda en de Munnik is a Dutch musician, film score composer, actor and comedian.
He is best known as one half of the duo "Acda en de Munnik" alongside Thomas Acda. The duo has had great success in the Netherlands with hits such as "Het regent zonnestralen" and "Niet of nooit geweest". De Munnik is also known for his solo work and has released several albums including "Nieuw" and "Goed Jaar". In addition to his musical career, he has acted in both television and film, including the Dutch film "Alles is Liefde". He has also composed the score for several Dutch films and TV programs. De Munnik is considered one of the most influential musicians in Dutch pop music and has won several awards for his work.