Dutch movie stars died in Peritonitis
Here are 1 famous actors from Netherlands died in Peritonitis:
Joseph Rutten
Joseph Rutten (May 5, 1931 The Hague-June 21, 2006 Halifax) also known as Joe Rutten or Joe was a Dutch actor.
He began his acting career in the Netherlands in the 1950s, performing in various theater productions and television dramas. In the 1960s, he moved to Canada and continued to act in theater and television. He became a familiar face to Canadian audiences with his role as Lionel O'Hara in the long-running Canadian television series Street Legal. Rutten also appeared in numerous films, including the critically acclaimed movie Good Will Hunting. In addition to his acting work, Rutten was active in social and political causes, advocating for peace and social justice. After his death, the Joseph Rutten Trust was established to support theater and the arts in Canada.
Rutten was born in The Hague, Netherlands, and grew up in a Catholic family. His father was a merchant and his mother was a homemaker. He developed an interest in acting at a young age and attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in The Hague. In the 1950s, he began performing in theater productions in the Netherlands, including the Dutch National Theatre.
In the early 1960s, Rutten moved to Canada and settled in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He continued to act in theater and television, as well as teach acting at Dalhousie University. He became a respected member of the theater community in Halifax, and helped found the Neptune Theatre School.
Rutten's breakthrough role came in 1987, when he was cast as Lionel O'Hara in Street Legal. The show ran for eight seasons and Rutten's portrayal of the cantankerous lawyer became one of the most popular characters on Canadian television.
In addition to his work in theater and television, Rutten also appeared in several films, including the 1997 hit Good Will Hunting, in which he played a professor at MIT. He was known for his versatility as an actor and his ability to bring depth and nuance to his roles.
Throughout his career, Rutten remained committed to social and political causes. He was a vocal advocate for peace and nuclear disarmament, and was active in the Catholic Worker movement. He also served as a member of the Halifax-Dartmouth Port Authority.
Rutten passed away on June 21, 2006, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, after a battle with cancer. He was mourned by his friends, colleagues, and fans across Canada and the world. The Joseph Rutten Trust was established in his memory to support theater and the arts in Canada.