Swiss movie stars born in 1959
Here are 5 famous actors from Switzerland were born in 1959:
Andreas Matti
Andreas Matti (December 21, 1959 Saanen-) is a Swiss actor.
He is best known for his work in Swiss and German cinema, as well as for his stage performances. Matti began his acting career in the late 1970s and gained international recognition for his role in the 1985 film "Hunde Wollt Ihr Ewig Leben" ("Dogs, Do You Want to Live Forever?"). He has since appeared in numerous films, television shows, and stage productions, and has won several awards for his performances. In addition to his work as an actor, Matti is also a filmmaker and has directed several short films and documentaries. He currently resides in Switzerland and continues to act in film, television, and theater.
Mark Kuhn
Mark Kuhn (February 8, 1959 Winterthur-) is a Swiss actor.
He began his acting career in the late 1970s, appearing in various theater productions in Zurich. Kuhn later transitioned to film and television roles, gaining popularity in Switzerland for his performances in the popular TV series "Tatort" and "Der Bestatter".
In addition to his acting work, Kuhn is also a successful voice actor. He has lent his voice to various animated films and TV shows, and has also narrated numerous documentaries.
Kuhn has been recognized for his work in the entertainment industry, earning several awards throughout his career. He continues to work as an actor and voice actor, and is considered one of Switzerland's most respected performers.
Stefan Kurt
Stefan Kurt (October 22, 1959 Bern-) is a Swiss actor.
He is best known for his work in Swiss and German film, television and theater. He began his acting career in the late 1980s with appearances in Swiss television dramas such as "Der Neger Erwin" and "Matto regiert."
Kurt gained international recognition for his role in the critically acclaimed Swiss film "Vitus" (2006), directed by Fredi M. Murer. He won the Best Actor award at the Swiss Film Awards for his role in the film, which also went on to become Switzerland's official submission for the Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category.
Kurt has also starred in several popular German TV series, including "Tatort" and "Polizeiruf 110". In addition to his work on screen. he has also appeared in numerous theater productions throughout Germany and Switzerland.
Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards and nominations for his work, including the Swiss Film Award for Best Actor, the Bavarian Film Award and the German Film Award.
Roland Koch
Roland Koch (May 29, 1959 Uezwil-) is a Swiss actor.
He is best known for his roles in Swiss television series such as "Hinter Gittern - Der Frauenknast" and "Lüthi und Blanc". Koch began his acting career in the late 1980s and has since appeared in numerous films and TV shows. He has also worked as a theater actor and director, and has received critical acclaim for his performances on stage. In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Koch is also a trained carpenter and has worked as a furniture maker.
Jean-Philippe Écoffey
Jean-Philippe Écoffey (July 8, 1959 Lausanne-) also known as Jean-Philippe Ecoffey is a Swiss actor. He has one child, Gabriel Écoffey.
Jean-Philippe Écoffey is a highly acclaimed actor who has been a prominent figure in the Swiss movie industry for decades. He is renowned for his versatility and has played a broad range of roles throughout his career, which has spanned over thirty years. He made his acting debut in the late 1980s and quickly rose to fame following some critically acclaimed performances.
He has appeared in numerous Swiss and internationally acclaimed films such as 'La Neige et le feu', 'La Fille de Quinze Ans', 'Le cri de la soie', and 'Les Enfants Terribles'. Écoffey has worked with numerous directors throughout his career and has displayed his range and depth in each of his performances.
In addition to his cinematic accomplishments, Jean-Philippe Écoffey has made notable contributions to the theater world, where he has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry. He has performed in a variety of plays and has been widely recognized for his stage presence and acting skills.
Jean-Philippe Écoffey continues to leave his mark on the Swiss movie industry and is regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation. His son, Gabriel Écoffey, has also followed in his footsteps and has become a well-known actor in his own right.