Dutch actors who deceased in 2001

Here are 1 famous actors from Netherlands died in 2001:

Herman Brood

Herman Brood (November 5, 1946 Zwolle-July 11, 2001 Amsterdam) a.k.a. Brood, Herman was a Dutch musician, actor, painter, poet and media personality.

He started his musical career as a pianist in 1964, and later formed his own band, Herman Brood & His Wild Romance, in the 1970s. They achieved international success with hits like "Saturday Night" and "Never Be Clever". Brood was known for his charismatic stage presence, wild persona and drug use, which were often reflected in his music and art.

In addition to his music career, Brood also acted in several films and television shows in the Netherlands, including the critically acclaimed "Abeltje" (1998). He also gained attention for his paintings, which were often exhibited in galleries around the world.

Brood struggled with drug addiction for much of his life and died by jumping off the roof of the Amsterdam Hilton Hotel in 2001, at the age of 54. Despite his early death, his legacy continues to influence and inspire Dutch artists and musicians to this day.

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