Hungarian actors born in 1953
Here are 20 famous actors from Hungary were born in 1953:
László Melis
László Melis (August 14, 1953 Budapest-) also known as Laszlo Melis is a Hungarian film score composer, composer, actor, musician and violinist.
He graduated from the Franz Liszt Academy of Music, where he studied violin and composition. Throughout his career, he has composed music for many notable Hungarian films, including "Diary for My Children" and "Love Film." Melis has also composed music for theatre productions, dance performances, and television series. As an actor, he has appeared in several Hungarian films and TV shows. Melis is considered one of the most important figures in Hungarian contemporary music and has been honored with numerous awards for his contributions to the arts.
György Dörner
György Dörner (December 9, 1953 Budapest-) also known as Dörni or Gyorgy Dorner is a Hungarian actor and voice actor.
He graduated from the Academy of Drama and Film in Budapest in 1977 and began his career in theater. He has acted in numerous films and television shows, both in Hungary and internationally, including playing the lead role in the Oscar-winning Hungarian film Mephisto (1981). He has also lent his voice to many popular animated series and films, such as The Lion King and Toy Story. In addition to his acting career, Dörner is an accomplished director and has directed several plays in Hungary. He has won several awards for his contributions to Hungarian film and theater, including the Hungarian Order of Merit.
Sándor Fábry
Sándor Fábry (November 20, 1953 Budapest-) also known as Fábri Sándor or Fábry Sanyi is a Hungarian actor, screenwriter, presenter and writer. His child is called Borbála Fábry.
Sándor Fábry first gained fame as a television presenter in Hungary, hosting several popular shows in the 1980s and 1990s. He later branched out into acting, appearing in numerous Hungarian films and television shows. Fábry has also written several books, including the bestselling memoir "Fábry" which was published in 2008. In addition to his successful career, Fábry has also been politically active, serving as a Member of Parliament for the Hungarian Socialist Party from 2002 to 2006. He is widely considered one of Hungary's most versatile and beloved entertainers.
József Gyabronka
József Gyabronka (May 14, 1953 Budapest-) also known as Jozsef Gyabronka or Jozsef Gyrbronka is a Hungarian actor and voice actor. His child is called Péter Gyabronka.
József Gyabronka began his career in the 1970s, appearing in various theater productions and films. He became one of Hungary's most sought after voice actors, lending his voice to numerous movies, TV shows, and cartoons. His most famous voice role is that of Buzz Lightyear in the Hungarian version of the Toy Story franchise. In addition to his acting and voice acting work, Gyabronka is also a playwright, having written several plays that have been performed on stage. Despite being in the entertainment industry for several decades, Gyabronka remains one of Hungary's most beloved performers, known for his versatility and dedication to his craft.
Tibor Csizmadia
Tibor Csizmadia (June 7, 1953 Budapest-) otherwise known as Csizmadia Tibor is a Hungarian actor and theatre director. He has two children, Benedek Csizmadia and Borbála Csizmadia.
Tibor Csizmadia graduated from the Academy of Drama and Film in Budapest in 1976, after which he joined the National Theatre of Szeged. He worked there from 1976 to 1988 as an actor, and later became the theatre's director.
In 1988, Csizmadia moved to the Katona József Theatre in Budapest, where he acted until 1991. He then became the theatre's director until 1997.
Csizmadia has appeared in a number of Hungarian films and TV shows, including "Glass Tiger" (2001), "The Merry Cemetery" (2000), and "Probably Love" (2011). He has also directed several productions, including "The Imaginary Invalid" and "Love's Labour's Lost".
In addition to his work in the arts, Csizmadia has been involved in politics. He served as a Member of Parliament for the Hungarian Socialist Party from 2002 to 2006.
Csizmadia has won several awards for his work in theatre and film, including the Mari Jászai Award for Best Actor in 1987 and the Kossuth Prize in 2003.
Péter Fried
Péter Fried (September 27, 1953 Budapest-) is a Hungarian actor.
He started his career on stage before transitioning to film, and has since appeared in numerous productions for both mediums. Fried is best known for his roles in the films "Sunstroke" (1992) and "Vuk" (1981), and has won multiple awards for his performances, including Best Actor at the Hungarian Film Awards. In addition to his work as an actor, Fried has also directed and written for the stage. He is considered one of Hungary's most talented performers and continues to be active in the entertainment industry.
Károly Rupnik
Károly Rupnik (December 2, 1953 Budapest-) also known as Károly Ruppnik is a Hungarian actor.
He is best known for his work in the Hungarian film industry, having appeared in numerous films over the course of his career. Rupnik has worked with several prominent directors in the country and has earned critical acclaim for his performances.
In addition to his work in film, Rupnik has also had a successful career in theater. He has appeared in productions across Hungary and has been recognized for his contributions to the performing arts.
Outside of his work as an actor, Rupnik is also an active member of the Hungarian cultural community. He has been involved in several projects aimed at promoting the country's history and heritage, and has worked to preserve traditional Hungarian folk music.
Despite his success, Rupnik has remained grounded and committed to his craft. He continues to work in film and theater, and is widely regarded as one of the most talented actors in Hungary.
János Vészi
János Vészi (October 26, 1953 Budapest-) is a Hungarian film producer, film score composer, film director, screenwriter, cinematographer and actor.
He began his career in the Hungarian film industry in the early 1980s, working as a cinematographer and director of photography on a number of films. In 1991, he produced his first feature film, which went on to win several awards at international film festivals. Since then, he has produced and co-produced over 50 feature films, many of which have also won awards and critical acclaim.
As a film score composer, he has written music for many of the films he has produced, as well as for other directors. He has also directed and written screenplays for several films, some of which have been nominated for awards at festivals around the world.
In addition to his work behind the camera, Vészi has also appeared in a number of films as an actor. He continues to work in the Hungarian film industry, and is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures in contemporary Hungarian cinema.
Sándor Téri
Sándor Téri (February 22, 1953 Debrecen-) also known as Téri Sàndor, Téry Sándor, Sandor Teri, Sandor Tery, Sándor Tery or Sándor Téry is a Hungarian actor.
He started his acting career in 1977 as a member of the Katona József Theatre in Kecskemét, Hungary. He later went on to perform in various theatre productions and films, including the internationally acclaimed film, Kontroll (2003).
Throughout his career, Sándor Téri has received numerous awards and recognitions for his performances, including the Hungarian Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2004. He is also a member of the Hungarian Film Academy and has served as a jury member for various film festivals.
Aside from his acting career, Téri is also known for his work as a voice actor, having provided Hungarian dubbing for various films and TV shows.
Géza D. Hegedüs
Géza D. Hegedüs (May 7, 1953 Ibrány-) also known as Hegedús Géza, Hegedûs Géza, Hegedüs D. Géza or Hegedüs Géza is a Hungarian actor and voice actor.
He was born in Ibrány, Hungary in 1953 and started his acting career in the 1980s. Hegedüs has appeared in numerous Hungarian films and TV series, including "Rebeka", "Anna édes", and "Csodalámpa". He has also lent his voice to many popular animated characters in Hungarian dubs of foreign films, such as Homer Simpson in "The Simpsons" and Buzz Lightyear in "Toy Story". In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Hegedüs is also a trained lawyer and has worked as a legal counsel for the Hungarian National Theater.
János Xantus
János Xantus (November 7, 1953 Budapest-November 13, 2012 Budapest) was a Hungarian film director, screenwriter and actor.
He graduated from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics as a civil engineer, but later shifted towards the film industry. He worked as an assistant director for renowned Hungarian filmmakers such as Miklós Jancsó and Zoltán Fábri. János Xantus began his directorial career in the late 1980s with his debut film "The Man Who Could Cheat Death". He went on to direct several successful films in Hungary, including "The Pendulum", "The Godfather's Friend", and "The House of the Sleeping Beauties". Xantus also acted in a number of films, including "Meeting Venus" and "The Sixth Day". He was awarded several awards throughout his career, including the Hungarian Film Critics Award and the Béla Balázs Award. János Xantus passed away at the age of 59 due to a heart attack.
Péter Cseke
Péter Cseke (October 3, 1953 Oradea-) also known as Peter Cseke is a Hungarian actor, voice actor, theatre director and professor. He has two children, Sára Cseke and Dorottya Cseke.
Cseke graduated from the Academy of Drama and Film in Budapest and later went on to study at the University of Theatre and Film Arts in Warsaw. He has appeared in numerous films, television shows and theatrical productions throughout Hungary and Europe. In addition to his successful acting career, Cseke is also a well-respected theatre director and has taught at various universities including the Hungarian University of Fine Arts and the University of Theatre and Film Arts in Budapest. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to the arts, including the Kossuth Prize, considered to be one of the highest honors in Hungary. Cseke is also a prominent supporter of social and political causes and has been an outspoken advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.
István Mareczky
István Mareczky (June 18, 1953-) is a Hungarian actor.
He was born in Budapest, Hungary and began his acting career in the 1970s. Mareczky has appeared in over 70 films and television shows, including the Hungarian film "Becoming" which won the Grand Prix at the Mannheim-Heidelberg International Film Festival in 1990. In addition to his acting work, Mareczky is also a voice actor and has dubbed the voices of several characters in Hungarian versions of popular films, including "The Lion King" and "Toy Story". He is considered to be one of Hungary's most respected and talented actors.
Egon Póka
Egon Póka (August 19, 1953 Budapest-) is a Hungarian actor, composer and film score composer.
He studied at the University of Theatre and Film Arts Budapest, and then started working in theatre as an actor. He later became involved in composing music for theatre productions, as well as for television and films. Póka's film scores have won numerous awards, including the Hungarian Film Critics Award for Best Original Music.
In addition to his work as a composer, Póka is also known for his acting roles in Hungarian film and television. He has received several nominations and awards for his performances, including the Hungarian Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Póka is considered one of the most prominent figures in the Hungarian film industry, and he continues to compose music for film and theatre productions to this day.
István Maszlay
István Maszlay (July 20, 1953 Budapest-) is a Hungarian actor.
He began his acting career in 1973 and has since appeared in many popular Hungarian films and television shows. Maszlay is also known for his voice acting work, having lent his voice to numerous animated characters in Hungarian dubs of popular TV shows and films. In addition to his work in entertainment, he is also a trained psychologist and has worked as a consultant for mental health organizations. Throughout his career, Maszlay has received several awards and nominations for his contributions to the Hungarian film industry.
Istvan Bolla
Istvan Bolla (April 16, 1953 Budapest-June 11, 2011 Hungary) otherwise known as István Bolla, Bolla István or Ifj. Bolla István was a Hungarian actor.
He graduated from the Academy of Theatre and Film Arts in Budapest in 1975, and then joined the National Theatre of Hungary where he performed in numerous productions, including classics like William Shakespeare's Hamlet, Molière's Tartuffe, and Anton Chekhov's Three Sisters. He also acted in movies, playing a variety of roles in films like Szökés (1977), Mi kérünk elnézést (1981), and Magyar rapszódia (2011). Bolla was known for his range as an actor and his ability to portray complex characters with depth and nuance. He received many honours during his career, including the Jászai Mari Award, Hungary's highest honour for actors. Bolla died in 2011 at the age of 58.
András Wahorn
András Wahorn (August 3, 1953 Budapest-) also known as Andras Wahorn, Wahorn András, Bizottság, A. Rex Wahorn, Rex Wahorn or András Pintér is a Hungarian actor and film score composer.
He started his career as a musician, playing bass guitar and singing in various bands. In the late 1970s, he formed the experimental new wave band Bizottság, which gained a cult following in Hungary. Wahorn also acted in several films and TV series, including "Még kér a nép" and "A koppányi aga testamentuma". He is known for his unique voice and eccentric stage presence. In recent years, he has focused more on composing film scores, working on several Hungarian and international productions. Wahorn is considered a pioneer of the Hungarian punk and new wave scene and has been an influence on many musicians in the country.
Károly Safranek
Károly Safranek (March 9, 1953 Budapest-August 5, 2012) was a Hungarian actor.
He began his acting career in the early 1970s and performed in numerous plays in Hungary. Safranek was also a well-known film actor, starring in over 70 movies throughout his career. Some of his notable performances include his roles in the films "Budapest Tales" (1987) and "Mephisto" (1981), which won an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. In addition to acting, Safranek was also a director and screenwriter, and he won several awards for his work in Hungarian cinema. His contributions to the Hungarian film industry will always be remembered and appreciated.
Gábor Piroch
Gábor Piroch (January 22, 1953 Budapest-) is a Hungarian actor.
Gábor Piroch graduated from the Hungarian Academy of Dramatic Arts and started his career in theater, performing in numerous productions throughout Hungary. In addition to his work on stage, he became well-known in Hungary for his performances in television shows and films.
Piroch has appeared in several popular Hungarian TV series, including A Szökés and Nyugalom, both of which have gained a huge following in Hungary. He has also appeared in several Hungarian films, including the critically acclaimed film, Liliomfi, which won the Grand Prize at the 1981 Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
Piroch is also known for his voice acting work, having lent his voice to numerous Hungarian dubs of popular movies and animated series. He has received several prestigious awards for his performances, including the Meritorious Artist of Hungary award in 2003.
János Regös
János Regös (March 6, 1953 Budapest-) also known as János Regõs is a Hungarian actor.
János Regös began his acting career in the 1970s and quickly established himself as a prominent figure in Hungarian theatre and cinema. He has worked with renowned Hungarian directors such as István Szabó and Ferenc Kósa, and has appeared in numerous films and TV series.
Aside from his acting career, Regös is also a talented musician and singer. He has performed in several musical productions and released several albums. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Regös has also been active in humanitarian work, particularly in supporting the Roma community in Hungary.
Regös has received several awards for his contributions to Hungarian arts and culture, including the Mari Jászai Award and the Lajos Básti Award. He remains a respected and admired figure in Hungarian entertainment.