Dutch actors who deceased in 2004
Here are 3 famous actors from Netherlands died in 2004:
Albert Mol
Albert Mol (January 1, 1917 Amsterdam-March 9, 2004 Laren, Gelderland) a.k.a. Mol, Albert was a Dutch actor. He had one child, Kika Mol.
Albert Mol was a multifaceted personality who not only excelled in acting but was also a popular television presenter, writer, and singer. He was trained as an actor at the Toneelschool Amsterdam, and following his graduation, he joined the Nederlandse Comedie, one of the foremost Dutch theatre companies of the time.
Mol rose to fame with his stage performances in several plays, including 'Othello,' 'King Lear,' and 'The Importance of Being Earnest.' Later, he transitioned to the small screen and became a well-known television host, presenting several shows such as 'Wie van de Drie' and 'Zo is het toevallig ook nog eens een keer.'
Apart from his successful career in entertainment, Mol was also openly gay and a vocal LGBT rights activist. He wrote a book about his experiences in the closet and coming out called 'Gijzelaar' (Hostage) and even recorded a song called 'The Laughing Policeman,' which humorously mocked the Dutch police's obsession with arresting homosexuals.
In recognition of his contributions to Dutch culture, Mol was awarded several honours during his lifetime, including the Silver medal of the City of Amsterdam and the Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau. He remained active in the entertainment industry until the last years of his life, performing on stage until shortly before his death in March 2004.
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Theo van Gogh
Theo van Gogh (July 23, 1957 The Hague-November 2, 2004 Amsterdam) otherwise known as Gogh, Theo van, Valéry Boutade, Theo or Theodoor van Gogh was a Dutch film director, author, film producer, actor, free speech activist and screenwriter. He had one child, Liewe van Gogh.
Van Gogh was known for his controversial opinions and films, which often dealt with social and political issues. He directed several successful films, including "06/05" and "Submission," which generated controversy for their critique of Islam. In 2004, he was assassinated by Mohammed Bouyeri, a radical Islamist, in retaliation for his film "Submission." His death sparked a wave of protests and demonstrations across the Netherlands and brought attention to the issue of free speech and religious extremism. In addition to his work in film, van Gogh was also a successful author, with several published works to his name. He is remembered as a provocative and fearless artist who was willing to take on difficult subjects and challenge conventional ideas.
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Max Geldray
Max Geldray (February 12, 1916 Amsterdam-October 2, 2004 Palm Springs) also known as Geldray, Max, Max van Gelder or Max Leon van Gelder was a Dutch jazz musician and actor. His child is called Philip van Gelder.
Max Geldray was best known for his unique style of playing the harmonica. He started his career as a musician in the Netherlands before moving to England in the 1930s, where he began performing with some of the top jazz musicians of the time. In the 1950s, Geldray moved to the United States, where he made appearances on several popular television shows, including "The Ed Sullivan Show" and "The Jackie Gleason Show."
Aside from music, Geldray also had a brief career in acting, appearing in a few films in the 1950s and 1960s. He was also known for his sense of humor and loved to incorporate comedy into his performances.
In his later years, Geldray lived in Palm Springs, California, where he continued to perform and teach harmonica. He passed away in 2004 at the age of 88. Despite his relatively low profile, Geldray's contributions to jazz and harmonica playing have influenced countless musicians over the years.
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