Dutch movie stars died in Cancer
Here are 4 famous actors from Netherlands died in Cancer:
Robert Long
Robert Long (October 22, 1943 Utrecht-December 13, 2006 Antwerp) was a Dutch singer, author, presenter and actor.
He started his career in the 1960s as a member of a band called The Yelping Jackals, but eventually became famous as a solo artist in the 1970s and 1980s. Long was known for his socially critical lyrics and his ability to combine different music styles, such as pop, rock, and chansons. Apart from singing, he also wrote several books and plays and acted in movies and TV shows. One of his most famous songs was "Iedereen doet 't" ("Everybody Does It"), which sparked controversy in 1977 because of its sexually explicit lyrics. Despite the controversy, the song became a huge hit and is still considered one of Long's signature songs.
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George Davis
George Davis (November 7, 1889 Amsterdam-April 19, 1965 Woodland Hills) a.k.a. George J. Davis or Giorgio Davis was a Dutch actor.
He began his acting career in the Netherlands before moving to the United States in 1915. Davis appeared in over 70 films throughout his career, often portraying villains or ethnic character roles. He worked with notable directors such as John Ford and Frank Capra, and starred alongside actors such as Marlene Dietrich and Gary Cooper. In addition to his film work, Davis also had roles in several Broadway productions. He retired from acting in 1947 and became an acting teacher. Davis was married twice and had no children.
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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.
Leestemaker became interested in art at a young age and often spent his time drawing and painting. He attended the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague and later moved to the United States to pursue his artistic career. He became an accomplished painter and was known for his abstract works, which were often inspired by the natural world. In addition to his art career, Leestemaker also worked as an actor and appeared in several films and television shows. He was best known for his roles in "L.A. Law" and "The X-Files." Leestemaker passed away in Los Angeles on his 55th birthday after a battle with cancer.
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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 was considered as one of the most important cabaret artists in the Netherlands during the early 20th century. He began his career as a cabaret artist and later ventured into acting in the Dutch film industry. He starred in over 25 films and directed 5. Louis Davids was known for his satirical and ironic performances, which often commented on contemporary social issues. He was also a composer and wrote numerous songs, including the popular cabaret classics "Als Je Voor Een Dubbeltje Geboren Bent" and "M'n Eerste". Louis Davids left behind a rich legacy in Dutch popular culture, with his films, songs and performances remembered to this day.
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