Dutch actors who deceased in 1957
Here are 2 famous actors from Netherlands died in 1957:
Louis Saalborn
Louis Saalborn (June 13, 1891 Rotterdam-June 18, 1957 Amsterdam) also known as Louis Alexander Abraham Saalborn was a Dutch actor. He had one child, Liane Saalborn.
Louis Saalborn began his acting career in 1911 at the Diamanttheater in Amsterdam. He quickly became a popular actor and performed in various theaters throughout the Netherlands. He was best known for his roles in dramatic plays, operettas, and revues. He was also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to several Dutch language films. During the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands, Saalborn was forced to flee to Switzerland, where he continued to act in stage productions. After the war, he returned to the Netherlands and continued his acting career. Saalborn was also a respected acting teacher and taught at the Amsterdam Conservatory. He passed away in Amsterdam on June 18, 1957.
In addition to his successful acting career, Louis Saalborn was also a talented painter and sculptor. He studied at the Rijksakademie van beeldende kunsten in Amsterdam and continued to produce artwork throughout his life. Saalborn was also known for his work as a translator, and translated several plays from German to Dutch for the Dutch National Theater. He was a well-respected figure in the Dutch artistic community and was awarded the Order of Orange-Nassau for his contributions to the arts. Today, Saalborn is remembered as one of the most prominent Dutch actors of the early 20th century.
Aside from his acting career, Louis Saalborn was also known for his humanitarian work. During the Dutch famine of 1944, he served as the chairman of the Committee for Cultural Reconstruction, which aimed to restore cultural life in the Netherlands after the war. Saalborn was also a supporter of the Dutch Resistance, and provided financial support to help those who were fighting against the Nazi regime. His contributions to the arts and his dedication to helping others made him a beloved figure in Dutch society. In honor of his contributions to the arts, the Louis Saalborn Foundation was established in 1958 to support young Dutch artists. Today, his legacy lives on through his artistic and humanitarian achievements.
Alex De Meester
Alex De Meester (February 7, 1891 Amsterdam-March 25, 1957 Amsterdam) a.k.a. Ale Meester or Alex de Meester jun. was a Dutch actor.
He started his career in the 1910s as a theater actor and later transitioned to film acting. De Meester starred in over 100 Dutch films throughout his career, becoming one of the most recognized faces in Dutch cinema during the 1930s and 1940s. He was known for his versatility as an actor, and felt comfortable in both comedic and dramatic roles. In addition to acting, de Meester was also a writer and director, and contributed to several Dutch films in these roles. He received several accolades for his work, including the Bronze Medal at the 1924 Olympic Arts competition in Paris for his supporting role in the Dutch film "De jantjes". De Meester passed away in Amsterdam in 1957 at the age of 66.
De Meester's acting career spanned over four decades, and he was considered a beloved figure in Dutch cinema. He was also known for his work as a voice actor, lending his voice to several Dutch-language versions of foreign films. During World War II, de Meester continued to work in Dutch cinema despite the occupation by Nazi Germany. He was criticized by some for taking roles in propaganda films, but others saw his work as a way to provide entertainment and escape for the Dutch people during a difficult time. In addition to his film work, de Meester was also a member of several theater companies throughout his career, further solidifying his place in the Dutch performing arts world. Today, he is remembered as one of the most important figures in Dutch cinema history.
De Meester was born into an artistic family; his father was a theater director and his mother was a singer. He showed an interest in acting from a young age and began his formal training at the Amsterdam Toneelschool in 1907. After completing his studies, De Meester joined various theater companies, including the Nationale Toneel in The Hague and the Koninklijke Vereeniging Het Nederlandsch Tooneel in Amsterdam. He quickly gained popularity as a talented actor and became well-known in the Dutch theater scene.
In the 1910s, De Meester made his film debut in the Dutch silent film "De mooiste dag" (The Most Beautiful Day). He continued to act in films sporadically throughout the 1920s, but it wasn't until the 1930s that he transitioned to film acting full-time. He went on to appear in many successful films, including "Hollandsch glorie" (Dutch Glory) and "Malle gevallen" (Silly Cases).
In addition to his work in theater and film, De Meester was also a writer and director. He co-wrote and directed several films, including "Klokslag twaalf" (Strike of Twelve) and "Kuifje in Afrika" (Tintin in Africa). His work as a director was well-received and showcased his versatility and creativity.
De Meester's legacy is an important part of Dutch cultural history. He was a pioneer of Dutch cinema and contributed greatly to the development of the country's film industry. His talent and influence continue to be recognized and celebrated to this day.