Here are 1 famous actors from South Africa died at 78:
Peter Cartwright (August 30, 1935 Krugersdorp-November 18, 2013 Greater London) was a South African actor.
Peter Cartwright was most notably recognized for his role as Robert Mitchum's deserter companion, Wilkie, in the 1967 war film "The Way West." Cartwright also acted in other Western films, including "The Good Guys and the Bad Guys" and "Firecreek." In addition to his work in film, Cartwright was also a successful stage actor, working in productions in London's West End as well as on Broadway. He was married to actress Lee Grant for a brief period during the 1960s.
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