Dutch actresses who deceased in 1988
Here are 3 famous actresses from Netherlands died in 1988:
Teddy Schaank
Teddy Schaank (June 10, 1921 Groningen-March 9, 1988 Groningen) also known as Fietje Schaank was a Dutch actor. She had one child, Linda van Dyck.
Teddy Schaank gained a following for playing comedic roles and was a member of the ensemble at the Nederlandse Comedie theater company in Amsterdam. She also appeared in several Dutch films, including "Fanfare," "Ciske de Rat" and "Dakota." In addition to her acting career, Schaank was known for her activism and was involved in the feminist movement in the Netherlands. She contributed to the Dutch feminist magazine "Tijdschrift voor vrouwenkunde en emancipatie" and was a board member of the feminist organization "Man Vrouw Maatschappij." Despite her contributions to the arts and activism, Schaank's death from lung cancer at age 66 received little public attention.
Schaank was born as Grietje Schaank and grew up in Groningen in the north of the Netherlands. She got the nickname "Fietje" from her grandmother and later started using it professionally as her stage name. Schaank trained as an actress at the Amsterdam School of Dramatic Arts before joining the Nederlandse Comedie theater company in 1958. She quickly became known for her comedic roles and appeared in many of the company's productions over the next two decades.
In addition to her work on stage, Schaank acted in numerous Dutch films and television shows. She was particularly well-known for her role in the 1958 film "Fanfare," which is considered a classic of Dutch cinema. She also appeared in the popular children's film "Ciske de Rat" (1984) and the World War II drama "Dakota" (1974).
Schaank's activism was motivated by her belief in gender equality and social justice. She was one of the founding members of Man Vrouw Maatschappij (Man Woman Society), an organization that worked for the emancipation of women and men in Dutch society. She also wrote articles for the feminist magazine "Tijdschrift voor vrouwenkunde en emancipatie" (Journal of Women's Studies and Emancipation). Despite her contributions to the feminist movement, Schaank remained committed to her work as an actress and continued to act on stage and screen until her death.
Teddy Schaank was married twice and had one child, actress Linda van Dyck. She died in Groningen at the age of 66 from lung cancer. As one of the leading comediennes in the Netherlands, she is remembered for her talent and wit both on and off stage.
Corry Vonk
Corry Vonk (April 28, 1901 Amsterdam-January 31, 1988 Rheden) also known as Corrie Vonk was a Dutch actor.
He made his debut on stage in 1921 and became a popular actor of the time. His most famous role was as Kees in the film "Ciske de Rat" in 1955. During his career, Vonk appeared in over 50 films and numerous theater productions. He was also known for his voice acting, lending his voice to several Disney productions in the Dutch language. In addition to his work in the performing arts, Vonk was involved in Dutch politics and was a member of the social democratic party.
He was also active in the resistance movement during World War II and was imprisoned for several months in a German concentration camp. After the war, Vonk continued his acting career while also serving as a member of the Dutch parliament from 1956 to 1971. He was also a strong advocate for animal rights and founded the Dutch Society for Animal Protection. Vonk passed away in 1988 at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most talented actors of his generation and a dedicated public servant.
Beppie Murray
Beppie Murray (July 13, 1901 Rotterdam-November 16, 1988 Netherlands) was a Dutch actor.
She began her career in theater, but later appeared in several films and television shows in the Netherlands. Murray was known for her versatility as an actor, and played a wide range of characters throughout her career. In addition to her work as an actor, she was also known for her work as a translator, particularly for translating Shakespearean plays into Dutch. Murray was honored for her contributions to Dutch culture, receiving the Order of Orange-Nassau in 1956 and the Dutch Cultural Prize in 1969. She continued performing into her seventies, and remained a beloved figure in Dutch theater and film until her passing in 1988.
Despite having a successful career in the Netherlands, Beppie Murray was relatively unknown outside of her home country. She was given the opportunity to showcase her talents internationally in 1957 when she was cast in the Hollywood film "The Sun Also Rises", based on the novel by Ernest Hemingway. Murray was nominated for a BAFTA Award for her role in the film, which helped bring her wider recognition. However, despite this international recognition, Murray chose to return to the Netherlands and continue working in Dutch theater and film. She was known for her dedication to the craft of acting and her commitment to bringing the best performances possible to her audiences. In addition to her work as an actor and translator, Murray also taught acting at the Amsterdam School of Dramatic Arts, where she shared her knowledge and experience with aspiring actors.