Serbian movie actors born in the year 1942
Here are 5 famous actors from Serbia were born in 1942:
Tanasije Uzunovic
Tanasije Uzunovic (September 25, 1942 Niš-) also known as Tanasije Uzunovich is a Serbian actor.
He graduated from the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade and began his career as an actor in the National Theater in Niš. Uzunovic later performed in numerous theaters throughout Serbia and was also a noted voice actor. He is known for his roles in the films "The Marathon Family" and "Three Palms for Two Punks and a Babe". In addition to his acting career, Uzunovic has also worked as a theater director and teacher at the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to Serbian theater and film.
Bogoljub Petrovic
Bogoljub Petrovic (December 27, 1942 Kragujevac-December 30, 1995 Belgrade) also known as Boban Petrovic or B. Petrovic was a Serbian actor.
He was a well-known actor in his home country of Serbia, having starred in numerous films, TV shows, and theater productions throughout his career. Petrovic graduated from the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade in 1965 and began his acting career shortly thereafter. He was known for his versatility and ability to play a wide range of roles, from comedic to dramatic. He was also an accomplished musician and songwriter, having written music for several of the films and TV shows in which he appeared. Petrovic passed away at the age of 53 due to heart failure, leaving behind a legacy as one of Serbia's most talented actors.
Kornelije Kovač
Kornelije Kovač (January 1, 1942 Niš-) also known as Kornelije Kovac, Корнелије Ковач, Kovács Kornél, Kornelije Kovaè, Kornell Kovach, Kornelije "Bata" Kovač, Kornelije Bata Kovac or Kornelije Kovach is a Serbian composer, film score composer, songwriter, actor, musician and record producer. His children are called Kristina Kovač, Aleksandra Kovač and Anja Kovač.
Kornelije Kovač is considered one of the most prominent and influential figures in the history of modern Serbian and Yugoslav music. He studied music from an early age, and went on to graduate from the Faculty of Music in Belgrade. Kovač began his music career as a keyboardist in various bands, before eventually forming his own band "Korni grupa" in the 1960s. The band quickly became popular, and went on to release several critically acclaimed albums.
In addition to his work with "Korni grupa", Kovač also produced and wrote songs for many popular Serbian and Yugoslav musicians, including Đorđe Balašević, Zdravko Čolić, and Oliver Mandić. He also composed music for several films, earning him numerous awards and nominations for his work.
Kovač has been acknowledged for his contributions to music with many awards and recognitions, including being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame of Serbia in 2010. He continues to be active in the music industry, mentoring young musicians and producing new works.
Nikola Janic
Nikola Janic (June 1, 1942 Belgrade-) is a Serbian actor.
He graduated at the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade in 1966. Janic started his acting career in National Theatre in Belgrade in 1965 where he remained until 1998 when he transferred to Atelje 212, one of the most famous theaters in the region. During his long and successful career, Janic established himself as one of the most versatile and distinguished actors of his generation. He played over 200 roles in theater, television and film, and was awarded several awards for his acting, including the prestigious October Award of the City of Belgrade. Some of his most notable roles include Rane in "The Marathon Family," directed by Slobodan Sijan, and Filip in "Barking at the Stars," directed by Zdravko Sotra. Janic retired in 2005, but continued to appear occasionally in movies and TV shows.
Leo Martin
Leo Martin (March 6, 1942 Blace-) a.k.a. Misa Jovic is a Serbian actor.
He is best known for his roles in Yugoslav and Serbian films and television shows. Martin grew up in Belgrade and began his acting career in the 1960s. He has appeared in over 100 films and TV series, including popular Serbian films such as "Do You Remember Dolly Bell?" and "When Father Was Away on Business". Martin has won numerous awards for his acting, including the Golden Arena for Best Actor at the Pula Film Festival. In addition to his work in film and television, Martin has also worked as a theatre actor and director. He is considered one of the most iconic actors in Serbian cinema. Martin still resides in Belgrade where he continues to act and direct.