West German movie stars died in 1972
Here are 2 famous actors from West Germany died in 1972:
Hans Cossy
Hans Cossy (October 4, 1911 Cologne-July 31, 1972 Bayreuth) was a West German actor. His child is called Sylvia Cosiolkofsky.
Hans Cossy began his career in theater in the 1930s and appeared in various plays throughout Germany. He later transitioned to film and starred in over 60 movies. Cossy was known for his versatility as an actor, playing a range of characters from comedic to dramatic roles. One of his most notable performances was in the film "Die Mörder sind unter uns" (The Murderers Are Among Us), which was the first German film made after World War II. Cossy was also an accomplished voice actor, lending his voice to various radio plays and dubbed films. Despite his success on stage and screen, Cossy struggled with addiction and died at the age of 60 due to complications from alcoholism.
Born on October 4, 1911 in Cologne, Germany, Hans Cossy was raised in a family of actors. His mother, Loni Nest, and his father, Josef Cossy, were both well-regarded performers in Germany. Hans Cossy followed in their footsteps and studied acting at the Max Reinhardt School of Drama in Berlin. He made his stage debut in 1934 and quickly gained a reputation as a talented performer.
In addition to his stage work, Cossy began appearing in films in the late 1930s. He was a prolific actor throughout the 1940s and 1950s, appearing in both serious dramas and lighthearted comedies. Cossy also worked as a voice actor, dubbing foreign films into German and appearing in radio plays.
Cossy's most famous role came in the 1946 film "Die Mörder sind unter uns" (The Murderers Are Among Us), which was directed by Wolfgang Staudte. The film, which was the first German feature made after World War II, dealt with the aftermath of the war and the struggle of Germans to come to terms with the atrocities committed during the Nazi regime. It was a critical and commercial success and helped establish Cossy as a prominent actor in post-war Germany.
Despite his success, Cossy struggled with alcoholism throughout his life. His addiction led to health problems and he passed away in Bayreuth on July 31, 1972. He was survived by his daughter Sylvia Cosiolkofsky, who also pursued a career in the entertainment industry. Today, Hans Cossy is remembered as one of Germany's most accomplished actors and a trailblazer in the post-war film industry.
Oskar Ballhaus
Oskar Ballhaus was a West German actor. He had one child, Michael Ballhaus.
Oskar Ballhaus was born on September 26th, 1915 in Berlin, Germany. He debuted in the film industry as an actor in the movie "The Ruckers" in 1941. During his career, he appeared in more than 35 films. He worked in movies like "Die Feuerzangenbowle," "Ich hab' mein Herz in Heidelberg verloren" and "Skandal um Dora." Furthermore, he also worked as a production manager in the early 1950s, and later on produced movies as well. Oskar Ballhaus' son, Michael Ballhaus, also became a renowned cinematographer and worked on iconic movies such as "Goodfellas" and "The Departed." Oskar Ballhaus passed away on September 27th, 1994 in Berlin, Germany.
In addition to his work in film, Oskar Ballhaus also had a successful career in theater, working at the Komödie Dresden and the Münchner Kammerspiele. He later became the director of the Komödie Dresden in the early 1950s. Ballhaus was known for his versatility as an actor, able to play comedic and dramatic roles with equal skill. He received critical acclaim for his performances in films such as "Der Hochtourist" and "Solange das Herz schlägt." Despite his success in the film industry, Ballhaus remained dedicated to the theater throughout his life. He continued to work as a director and actor on stage until his passing.