Polish movie actors died in the year 1960
Here are 2 famous actors from Poland died in 1960:
Marek Windheim
Marek Windheim (November 17, 1894 Warsaw-December 1, 1960 New York City) was a Polish actor.
Marek Windheim began his acting career in Poland and later moved to Germany in the 1920s. He became a prominent actor in German films during the silent era and continued to work in films during the sound era. However, due to the rise of anti-Semitism in Germany, Windheim left the country in 1933 and moved to France. In 1940, he emigrated to the United States where he continued his acting career in theater and film. He appeared in several American films, including "Ninotchka" and "The Jolson Story". Beyond his contributions to the arts, Windheim was also an active supporter of French resistance efforts during World War II.
Windheim was born to a Jewish family in Warsaw, Poland. He studied at the Warsaw Conservatory before starting his acting career. In addition to his acting work, Windheim was also a writer and translator, and he spoke several languages, including Polish, Yiddish, German, French, and English. He worked as a translator for the Polish army during World War I.
During his time in Germany, Windheim became a member of the Berlin-based Piscator Theatre and worked with notable figures in the German theater world. He also appeared in films directed by Fritz Lang, including "Dr. Mabuse the Gambler" and "M". In addition to his film work, Windheim performed in numerous stage productions throughout his career, including Broadway productions such as "The Visit" and "The Madwoman of Chaillot".
Despite experiencing anti-Semitic persecution in Germany, Windheim refused to change his name or deny his Jewish identity. He continued to perform and support fellow Jewish artists throughout his career. Windheim passed away at the age of 66 from a heart attack while working on a film in New York City. His legacy as a talented actor and advocate for Jewish artists and culture lives on today.
Stanislaw Belski
Stanislaw Belski (August 23, 1900 Warsaw-June 3, 1960 London) was a Polish actor.
He started his acting career in the silent film era in Poland and eventually became one of the most renowned actors in Polish cinema. Belski appeared in over 60 films throughout his career, including "Piętro wyżej" (1937), "Włóczęgi" (1939), and "Biały Murzyn" (1948). He was known for his dynamic acting style and versatility as an actor, often playing both comedic and dramatic roles.
In addition to his work in film, Belski was also active in theater, both as an actor and director. He was a member of the National Theater in Warsaw and the Jewish Theater in Warsaw. During World War II, he was imprisoned in the Warsaw Ghetto and later in the Auschwitz concentration camp, where he continued to perform in theater productions to entertain fellow prisoners.
After the war, Belski emigrated to London, where he continued to act in film and theater productions. He remained active in the Polish community and was a frequent performer on Polish radio and television. Belski passed away in London in 1960 at the age of 59. His contributions to Polish cinema and theater live on as a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft.
Belski was born into a Jewish family, and his birth name was Szymon Belski. During his time in the Warsaw Ghetto, he played an instrumental role in organizing and directing clandestine theater productions, often risking his life to do so. It was also during this time that he met and fell in love with fellow actress Luba Kadison, whom he later married after the war. Belski's experiences in the concentration camp had a profound impact on him and informed much of his later work as an actor and director.
In addition to his work in film and theater, Belski was also an active member of the Polish resistance during World War II. After the war, he received numerous awards and honors for his bravery, including the prestigious Cross of Valor.
Despite facing numerous obstacles and setbacks throughout his life, Belski remained committed to his craft and continued to inspire others with his passion and dedication. Today, he is remembered as one of Poland's greatest actors and a true pioneer of Polish cinema.