Dutch actors who deceased at age 55
Here are 2 famous actors from Netherlands died at 55:
Louis Davids
Louis Davids (December 19, 1883 Rotterdam-July 1, 1939 Amsterdam) a.k.a. Simon David was a Dutch actor, screenwriter, film director and film score composer.
He died in cancer.
Louis Davids was known for his humor and wit, and became famous in the Netherlands during the early 20th century with his songs and sketches. He was a versatile artist, able to perform in cafes, theaters, and on the radio. In the 1920s, he also appeared in several Dutch silent films, and later ventured into screenwriting, directing and composing film scores. Despite his short life, he left a lasting legacy and is still celebrated by many in the Netherlands today.
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Luc Leestemaker
Luc Leestemaker (May 18, 1957 Hilversum-May 18, 2012 Los Angeles) also known as Lucas Leestemaker or Lucas Christiaan Leestemaker was a Dutch actor and painter.
He died as a result of cancer.
Leestemaker was born in Hilversum, Netherlands and attended the Rietveld Academy in Amsterdam. He later moved to the United States and lived and worked in New York City, where he was active in the downtown art scene in the 1980s. He worked as an actor in the theater and independent films, appearing in productions Off-Broadway and in downtown theater companies.
As a painter, Leestemaker is known for his abstract expressionist style, characterized by bold brushstrokes and bright colors. His work has been exhibited in galleries in the United States and Europe, including the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
In addition to his artistic pursuits, Leestemaker was also a teacher, working at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Otis College of Art and Design. He was married to artist Lita Albuquerque, with whom he had a son.
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