Swiss movie stars died at 71
Here are 4 famous actors from Switzerland died at 71:
Curt Goetz
Curt Goetz (November 17, 1888 Mainz-September 12, 1960 Grabs) otherwise known as Kurt Walter Götz, Kurt Goetz or Kurt Götz was a Swiss screenwriter, film director, actor and writer.
Goetz was born in Mainz, Germany, but later moved to Switzerland, where he became a Swiss citizen. He began his career as an actor in the 1910s and later transitioned into screenwriting and directing in the 1920s. He is best remembered for his plays and films that were popular in Germany and Switzerland during the 1940s and 1950s.
Goetz's most famous play, "Dr. med. Hiob Prätorius", was adapted into a film by the same name in 1949, which he directed and starred in. He also appeared in several other films, including "Viktor und Viktoria" (1933) and "Der Himmlische Walzer" (1948).
Aside from his work in film and theater, Goetz was also a prolific writer. He wrote several novels, including "Das Haus in der Sonne" (1920) and "Der Grosskophta" (1922), as well as numerous short stories and essays.
Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Goetz was a controversial figure due to his association with Nazi Germany during World War II. He was a member of the National Socialist German Workers' Party and created propaganda films for them. After the war, he was temporarily banned from working in the entertainment industry, but was later able to return to his career.
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Wolfgang Grönebaum
Wolfgang Grönebaum (March 14, 1927 Grabs-March 16, 1998 Waldbröl) also known as Wolfgang Gronebaum was a Swiss actor.
During his career, Wolfgang Grönebaum appeared in numerous films and television series in Germany and Switzerland. He was known for his versatility as an actor, playing a wide range of roles from drama to comedy.
Grönebaum began his acting career in the 1950s and went on to establish himself as a prolific character actor in both theater and film. He appeared in over 100 films and television shows, including "Die Brücke", "Das Kriminalmuseum", and "Der Alte".
In addition to his acting work, Grönebaum was also a dubbing artist, lending his voice to the German versions of several foreign films.
Grönebaum was recognized for his contributions to the film industry with numerous awards throughout his career. He was awarded the German Film Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1984 for his role in "Erfinderbin sucht Millionär".
Wolfgang Grönebaum remained active in the entertainment industry until his death in 1998 at the age of 71.
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Kurt Felix
Kurt Felix (March 27, 1941 Wil-May 16, 2012 St. Gallen) was a Swiss broadcaster, presenter and actor.
He died caused by thymoma.
Kurt Felix was best known for co-hosting the long-running Swiss television game show, "Verstehen Sie Spaß?" ("Do You Understand Fun?"). He began his career in broadcasting in the 1960s as a sports commentator before transitioning to entertainment programming. Alongside his wife and co-host, Paola Del Medico, Felix became a household name in Switzerland and Germany, entertaining audiences with hidden-camera pranks and celebrity interviews for over 20 years.
In addition to his work in television, Felix also dabbled in acting, appearing in a number of Swiss films and stage plays. He was also recognized for his contributions to Swiss culture, receiving the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany in 1998 and the Swiss Award in 2011. Despite his success, Kurt Felix remained a beloved and down-to-earth personality, known for his humor and affable personality.
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Emil Hegetschweiler
Emil Hegetschweiler (October 15, 1887 Zürich-October 1, 1959 Zürich) a.k.a. Emil Johannes Hegetschweiler, Hegi or Emil Johann Hegetschweiler was a Swiss actor.
He began his career as a stage actor and worked in various theaters in Switzerland and Germany. He appeared in over 50 films, including "Gilberte de Courgenay" (1941) and "Der 10. Mai" (1957). Hegetschweiler was known for his versatile acting skills, which allowed him to portray a wide range of characters. He was particularly popular for his comedic roles and was considered one of the most prominent Swiss actors of his time. In addition to his acting career, Hegetschweiler also worked as a theater director and a teacher at the Zurich Drama School. He was married to the actress Alice Hegetschweiler and had one son, the actor and director Fredi Hegetschweiler.
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