Hungarian actors who died due to Suicide
Here are 3 famous actors from Hungary died in Suicide:
Imre Olvasztó
Imre Olvasztó (November 29, 1966 Gödöllő-July 13, 2013 Pest County) was a Hungarian actor.
He graduated from the University of Theatre and Film Arts Budapest in 1988 and began his acting career in the Katona József Theatre in Kecskemét. He later became a member of the National Theatre of Hungary and played many leading roles in theatre productions.
Olvasztó was also a prominent figure in Hungarian film and television. He appeared in numerous films, including "Golden Life" and "The Witness", which won several awards at international film festivals. In addition, he was a regular on Hungarian television, appearing on popular shows like "The Big Rescue".
Olvasztó was highly regarded among his peers and was recognized for his talent with several awards, including the Jászai Mari Award in 1990 and the Kossuth Prize in 2012. Unfortunately, his life was cut short when he passed away at the age of 46 due to a heart attack.
Despite his sudden death, Imre Olvasztó left a lasting impact on Hungarian theatre, film, and television. He was known for his versatility as an actor, able to embody a broad range of characters with depth and sensitivity. His performances were always marked by a quiet intensity that drew audiences in and left a lasting impression. In addition to his talent on stage and screen, Olvasztó was also an accomplished voice actor, lending his voice to numerous animated films and television shows. He was deeply respected by his colleagues and will always be remembered as one of Hungary's finest actors.
Siegfried Brachfeld
Siegfried Brachfeld (April 17, 1917 Berlin-June 22, 1978 Budapest) was a Hungarian actor.
Born to Jewish parents, Brachfeld started his acting career in Germany in the 1930s. He first gained recognition for his work in the Yiddish Theatre in Berlin. However, due to the rise of Nazi regime, he was forced to flee to Hungary in 1937.
In Hungary, Brachfeld continued to act and quickly became a prominent figure in the Hungarian film industry. He appeared in over 50 films and TV shows throughout his career. Some of his most notable roles include the lead in the 1967 film "The Corporal and Others" and the Hungarian version of "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" in 1976.
Brachfeld also worked as a voice actor and dubbed many famous foreign films into Hungarian. He was awarded the Hungarian Film Critics Award for Best Actor twice in his career.
Despite his success in Hungary, Brachfeld's life was cut short by cancer at the age of 61. He is remembered as one of the most talented actors of his time and a significant contributor to Hungarian culture.
Brachfeld was married to Ibi (Ildikó) Eszterhai, a fellow Hungarian actress whom he met and fell in love with while they were both performing at the National Theatre in Budapest. They had two daughters, Eva and Dora, both of whom became actresses like their parents. In addition to his work in acting, Brachfeld was also a talented musician who played the violin and the piano. He often incorporated his musical skills into his acting performances.Brachfeld's legacy continues today through his contributions to film and theatre, as well as his dedication to the Jewish community. He was a member of the Hungarian Jewish Cultural Association and frequently performed in Yiddish theatre productions in Hungary.
Gyula Margittai
Gyula Margittai (October 8, 1878 Arad-September 17, 1929 Dunaföldvár) was a Hungarian actor.
He was born as Gyula Neufeld, but he changed his name to Margittai, which refers to the city of his birth. He studied acting at the Academy of Theatre and Film Arts in Budapest and made his stage debut in 1901. He became one of the most popular actors of his time, known for his dynamic and energetic performances. Margittai appeared in over 100 plays and was also known for his work in film. He appeared in a number of silent films in the 1910s and 1920s, including "Az ellenség" (1914) and "Emberek a havason" (1919). Margittai suffered from health problems throughout his life and died at the age of 50.
Despite his relatively short lifespan, Gyula Margittai was able to leave a lasting impact on Hungarian theatre and cinema. In addition to his acting roles, he was also a prolific writer, penning numerous plays and scripts for the stage and screen. His works often grappled with issues of social injustice and political turmoil, reflecting his own experiences growing up in an era of upheaval and change. Margittai was also noted for his humanitarian efforts, particularly his work with refugees during World War I. He is remembered today as a true pioneer of Hungarian acting, a man who brought passion, energy, and heart to all of his performances.