Swiss movie stars died in 2012
Here are 3 famous actors from Switzerland died in 2012:
Walo Lüönd
Walo Lüönd (April 13, 1927 Zug-June 17, 2012 Losone) also known as Walo Luond or Walter Lüönd was a Swiss actor. He had two children, Daniel Lüönd and Oliver Lüönd.
Walo Lüönd was born in the town of Zug, Switzerland to a family of actors. He trained at the Max Reinhardt Seminar in Vienna and made his debut in 1948 at the Schauspielhaus in Zurich. He then went on to perform at theaters across Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.
Lüönd was a prolific actor who appeared in over 100 films and television shows throughout his career. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Emil Bürki in the 1955 film "Uli, the Tenant". Other notable films include "The Flying Classroom" (1954), "Fögi Is a Bastard" (1998), and "Mein Name ist Eugen" (2005).
In addition to his work as an actor, Lüönd was also a director and writer. He directed several plays at the Zurich Schauspielhaus and wrote the screenplay for the 1963 film "Hinter den sieben Gleisen".
Lüönd was widely regarded as one of Switzerland's greatest actors and was awarded numerous accolades for his contributions to the arts. He was awarded the Swiss Film Honor in 2008 and the Hans Reinhart Ring, the highest honor for theater in Switzerland, in 1997.
He passed away in 2012 at the age of 85 in the town of Losone, Switzerland.
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Walter Roderer
Walter Roderer (July 3, 1920 St. Gallen-May 8, 2012 Switzerland) otherwise known as Rodi was a Swiss actor and screenwriter.
He appeared in over 100 films during his career and was known for his comedic roles in Swiss cinema. Roderer began his acting career in the 1940s and went on to work with some of the industry's most renowned directors. He also appeared in various German and Austrian films. In addition to his acting work, Roderer was a successful songwriter, composer, and author. He wrote several books and contributed to various leadings magazines in Switzerland. Roderer was widely regarded as a national treasure in Switzerland for his contributions to the arts and entertainment. He passed away in 2012 at the age of 91.
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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 was best known for co-hosting the popular Swiss television program, "Verstehen Sie Spaß?" ("Do You Understand Fun?") from 1981 until his retirement in 1995. The show, which involved pranks played on unsuspecting victims, was one of the most successful and long-running programs in Swiss television history. Prior to his career as a television host, Felix worked as a journalist and actor, appearing in several films and television productions. He was also an accomplished musician, frequently performing as a pianist and singer. In recognition of his contributions to Swiss television and culture, Felix was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany in 1995.
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