Swiss movie stars died in 1998
Here are 2 famous actors from Switzerland died in 1998:
Vico Torriani
Vico Torriani (September 21, 1920 Geneva-February 26, 1998 Agno, Ticino) also known as Vico Torriano, Torriani, Vico or Ludovico Oxens Torriani was a Swiss singer and actor.
He was born to Italian parents and grew up in St. Moritz, Switzerland. Torriani began his music career in the 1940s, singing in various nightclubs and dance halls across Switzerland. In 1955, he represented Switzerland in the Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Das alte Karussell" and finished eighth.
Along with his music career, Torriani also acted in various films and TV shows throughout the 1950s and 1960s. He became a popular TV host in the 1970s and hosted various game shows and entertainment programs in German-speaking countries.
Torriani was known for his charming and charismatic personality, as well as his distinct singing voice. He released numerous albums throughout his career and was widely regarded as one of the most popular entertainers in Switzerland and Germany.
In addition to his music and acting pursuits, Torriani was also a passionate collector of classic cars and was involved in various charitable organizations. He passed away in 1998 at the age of 77.
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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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