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Norwegian actors died as a result of Lung cancer

Here are 2 famous actors from Norway died in Lung cancer:

Harald Heide-Steen Jr.

Harald Heide-Steen Jr. (August 18, 1939 Oslo-June 3, 2008 Oslo) a.k.a. Harald-Heide Steen Jr., Harald Heide Steen jr., Harald Heide-Steen or Heide-Steen, Harald Jr. was a Norwegian comedian, actor and singer. He had three children, Joachim Heide-Steen, Frikk Heide-Steen and Tiril Heide-Steen.

Harald Heide-Steen Jr. was one of Norway's most iconic comedians. He started his career in the 1960s as a cabaret artist at Chat Noir in Oslo. He gained national fame with the children's television series "Flode," which he created and starred in alongside his longtime collaborator Rolv Wesenlund.

Throughout his career, Heide-Steen Jr. appeared in a number of comedic films, such as "SOS Svartkjær," "Fools in a Hurry" and "Olsenbanden tar gull." He was also known for his singing career, releasing several albums and performing in musicals such as "West Side Story" and "The Sound of Music."

Heide-Steen Jr. was an influential figure in Norwegian entertainment and is remembered for his comedic talent and larger-than-life personality. His legacy continues to inspire a new generation of comedians and performers in Norway.

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Harry Tenbrook

Harry Tenbrook (October 9, 1887 Oslo-September 4, 1960 Woodland Hills) also known as Harry Tennebrook or Henry Olaf Hansen was a Norwegian actor.

He began his career in the United States in the 1920s, appearing in several silent films. His early film credits include "The Plaything of Broadway" (1921), "A Lady of Quality" (1924), and "The Circe Effect" (1925). However, he is best known for his work as a character actor in the sound era.

Tenbrook appeared in dozens of films throughout his career, including "The Life of Emile Zola" (1937), "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" (1939), and "The Grapes of Wrath" (1940). He also appeared in several films with John Wayne, including "Shepherd of the Hills" (1941) and "The Fighting Kentuckian" (1949).

In addition to his acting work, Tenbrook was also a successful theater actor, appearing on Broadway in several productions during the 1920s and 1930s. He passed away in 1960 at the age of 72.

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