Hungarian actors born in 1950
Here are 5 famous actors from Hungary were born in 1950:
István Mikó
István Mikó (October 22, 1950 Budapest-) is a Hungarian actor, voice actor, theatre director and musician.
He began his career in the 1970s as a stage actor and became well known for his performances in numerous plays including "Hamlet" and "The Cherry Orchard". He later transitioned to film and television, appearing in several popular Hungarian productions as well as international films such as "Sunshine" and "The English Patient".
Mikó is also a talented musician and has released several albums throughout his career. As a voice actor, he has provided the Hungarian dubbing for many popular films and TV shows, including the Hungarian voice of Gandalf in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy.
In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Mikó is also a dedicated philanthropist and activist for various social causes. He has been involved in projects aimed at promoting environmental awareness and fighting poverty in Hungary, and has also worked with organizations supporting the rights of the Roma community.
Mikó's contributions to the arts and his charitable work have earned him widespread recognition and accolades. He has received numerous awards throughout his career including the Kossuth Prize, the highest cultural award in Hungary. Mikó has also been honored with the Knight's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Hungary for his contributions to the Hungarian cultural scene. Despite his many accomplishments, Mikó remains humble and dedicated to his craft, constantly seeking new ways to challenge himself and bring his art to new audiences. Today, he continues to be an active figure in the Hungarian entertainment industry and a respected voice in the country's cultural community.
Gábor Koltay
Gábor Koltay (February 9, 1950 Budapest-) a.k.a. Koltai Gábor is a Hungarian film director, screenwriter, film producer and actor. He has two children, András Koltay and Anna Koltay.
Koltay began his career in the film industry in the 1970s, working as an assistant director on several Hungarian films. He made his directorial debut in 1982 with the film "Children of the Green Earth". Over the course of his career, Koltay has directed and produced numerous films, including "A Lost Generation" (1991), "The Undesirable" (2011), and "The Ambassador to Bern" (2014).
In addition to his work in film, Koltay has also acted in several productions, most notably in "Hanussen" (1988) and "Sátántangó" (1994). He has received several awards and nominations throughout his career, including the Best Director award at the Hungarian Film Week for "A Lost Generation".
Koltay is also known for his involvement in Hungarian politics. He served as a member of the Hungarian Parliament from 1990 to 1994, representing the Alliance of Young Democrats. He has also been an advocate for human rights and was a founding member of the Hungarian Helsinki Committee, a human rights organization.
Furthermore, Koltay is a prominent figure in Hungarian cultural life. He has been the director of the Budapest Film Academy since 2010, where he teaches film directing and acting. He is also a member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts and serves as the president of the National Association of Hungarian Creative Artists. Koltay has been recognized for his contributions to Hungarian culture with honors such as the Kossuth Prize, one of the most prestigious Hungarian awards, and the Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Hungary. Despite his busy schedule, Koltay is passionate about sports, particularly fencing, and has competed as a fencer at the national level in Hungary.
Gábor Ferenczi
Gábor Ferenczi (May 7, 1950 Budapest-) also known as Ferenczi Gábor, Ferenczy Gábor or Gábor Ferenczy is a Hungarian actor, film director and screenwriter.
He studied acting and directing at the Academy of Theater and Film Arts in Budapest. After graduation, he started working at the Katona József Theater in Budapest where he gained recognition for his performances on stage. Ferenczi has also acted in a number of Hungarian films and television series. In addition to his career in acting, he has also directed and written screenplays for several successful Hungarian films. He won the Best Director award at the Hungarian Film Week for his film "Good Night, My Dear" in 1989. Gábor Ferenczi is considered one of the prominent figures in Hungarian cinema and theater.
Ferenczi has appeared in over thirty films during his career, including "The Witness" (1969), "Love" (1971), and "The Fifth Seal" (1976). He has also acted in numerous television series, including "The House of Bernarda Alba" (1975) and "The Ninth Circle" (1978).
Ferenczi is also known for his work as a director and screenwriter. He directed his first feature film, "Zoltán, the Hound of Dracula" in 1977. He went on to direct several acclaimed films, including "Liliomfi" (1980), "That's the Way I Like It" (1983), and "The Bachelor" (1990). He also wrote the screenplays for many of his films.
Ferenczi has received numerous awards for his work in film and theater, including the Kossuth Prize, the highest cultural award in Hungary. In addition to his work in the arts, he has also been involved in politics, serving as a member of the Hungarian Parliament from 1994 to 1998.
Despite his success in multiple areas, Ferenczi remains dedicated to his first love- acting. He continues to act on stage and screen, and has stated that he has no plans to retire anytime soon.
Joe Bugner
Joe Bugner (March 13, 1950 Szőreg-) otherwise known as József Kreul Bugner, József Kreul "Joe" Bugner, Aussie Joe, The Greek God or Joseph Bugner is a Hungarian professional boxer and actor. He has one child, J.A. Bugner.
Bugner is a two-time British and European heavyweight champion, and also a former Commonwealth heavyweight title holder. He famously fought Muhammad Ali twice in the 1970s, as well as squaring off against other legends such as Joe Frazier, Ron Lyle, and Henry Cooper. After retiring from boxing, Bugner pursued a career in acting, appearing in films such as "Stone" and "Street Fighter." He was also a contestant on the UK reality show "I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!" in 2009. In 2019, he was awarded the Hungarian Order of Merit for his achievements in sports and culture.
Bugner was born in Szoreg, Hungary, but migrated to the UK as a teenager to pursue a career in boxing. Standing at 6'4", Bugner was known for his height and reach, as well as his durability in the ring. He compiled a professional record of 69 wins, 13 losses, and 1 draw during his career, with 41 of his victories coming by knockout. Bugner was inducted into the Hungarian Sports Hall of Fame in 2011. Despite suffering from depression and financial difficulties later in life, Bugner has remained an important figure in the world of boxing and continues to make appearances at events and on television as a commentator.
Imre Csiszár
Imre Csiszár (November 7, 1950 Budapest-) is a Hungarian actor and theatre director. He has one child, Virág Csiszár.
Csiszár graduated from the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts in 1977, where he studied acting. He began his professional acting career at the Nemzeti Színház (National Theatre) in Budapest and has since worked with many different theatre companies in Hungary and abroad. He's also known for his appearances in Hungarian films and television series. In addition to acting, Csiszár has also directed several theatre productions both in Hungary and internationally. He is the founder of a Hungarian theatre company called the Stúdió K Theatre. Csiszár has received numerous awards for his work in theatre and film, including the Mari Jászai Award, the highest recognition for theatrical artists in Hungary.
Csiszár is recognized for portraying complex characters in his acting career, including those of William Shakespeare. He played leading roles in Shakespeare's tragedies such as King Lear, Macbeth, and Othello, and his performances were widely acclaimed. In addition to his work on stage, Csiszár has also appeared in several historical movies and television series, such as Bánk bán and A Tenkes kapitánya. He is known for his exceptional talent in portraying historical figures accurately and bringing them to life on screen.
Csiszár is also a prolific director and has directed several critically acclaimed productions. He directed the Hungarian National Theatre's production of Hamlet in 2011, which was considered one of the best productions of the play in Hungary's theatrical history. Other notable productions that he directed include Endgame by Samuel Beckett and The Lady from the Sea by Henrik Ibsen.
Apart from his work as an actor and director, Csiszár has also been involved in teaching acting and directing. He has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the University of Theatre and Film Arts in Budapest and the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. He also served as the artistic director of the National Theatre of Pécs from 1995 to 1998.
Csiszár's contribution to Hungarian theatre and film has been immense, and he continues to inspire young artists with his work. His dedication to the art of theatre and his passion for acting and directing have made him one of the most respected figures in Hungarian cultural life.