Norwegian movie stars died in 1980
Here are 2 famous actors from Norway died in 1980:
Harald Heide Steen
Harald Heide Steen (January 11, 1911 Norway-January 3, 1980 Norway) was a Norwegian actor. He had one child, Harald Heide-Steen Jr..
Harald Heide Steen was born in the city of Kristiania, now known as Oslo, Norway. He began his acting career in the 1930s, and went on to become a well-known figure in Norwegian theater, film and television. He appeared in several films, including several movies directed by his close friend, Arne Skouen.
Heide Steen was also a talented comedian and performed in several comedy shows in the 1940s and 1950s. One of his most memorable performances was in the popular Norwegian comedy duo "Olsenbanden", in which he played the role of Herr Hermansen.
In addition to his acting career, Heide Steen was also a well-respected director and producer, and worked on several successful television series. He was awarded the Knight 1st Class of the Order of St. Olav in 1977 for his contributions to Norwegian culture and the arts.
Heide Steen passed away in Oslo in 1980, just shy of his 69th birthday. He was survived by his son, Harald Heide-Steen Jr., who would go on to become a successful comedian and actor in his own right.
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Per Gjersøe
Per Gjersøe (October 13, 1908 Tønsberg-November 6, 1980 Oslo) was a Norwegian actor and film director.
He began his acting career in 1928 with the Norwegian theatre company Det Nye Teater. He later founded his own theatre company, Per Gjersøes Teater, in 1952.
As a film director, Gjersøe directed several Norwegian films in the 1940s and 1950s, including the critically acclaimed "De vergeløse" in 1950.
Gjersøe was also a prominent figure in the Norwegian film industry, serving as the leader of the Norwegian Film Workers' Association in the 1950s and later as the chairman of the Norwegian Film Institute.
He was awarded the King's Medal of Merit in gold in 1978 for his contributions to Norwegian film and theatre.
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