Andrzej Popiel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Andrzej Popiel
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| Born | 24 January 1936 |
| Died | 17 February 2020 (aged 84) |
| Citizenship | Polish |
| Occupation | actor |
Andrzej Popiel (born January 24, 1936 – died February 17, 2020) was a talented Polish actor. He was mostly known for his work on stage in plays. He also appeared in some films and TV shows during his career.
Andrzej Popiel was the son of Kazimierz Popiel and Anna Latinik. His grandfather was a famous Polish Army general named Franciszek Latinik.
Awards and Achievements
Andrzej Popiel received special awards for his contributions. In 1971, he was given the Brown Medal of Merit for National Defence. This medal recognizes service to Poland's defense. Later, in 1989, he received the Silver Cross of Merit. This award is given to people who have done great things for their country. These awards recognized his hard work and dedication as an artist.
Acting Career Highlights
Andrzej Popiel had a long and successful career in acting. He performed in many different plays and musicals.
Notable Theatre Roles
He performed in various theatre productions. Some of his most important roles included:
- 1961: Wesoły telewizor (at Estrada Kraków)
- 1973: Kariera Nikodema Dyzmy (The Career of Nicodemus Dyzma, at Music Theatre in Łódź) where he played Litwinek
- 1975, 1983: Madame Sans-Gene (at Music Theatre in Gdynia) as Kirkeby
- 1984: Fiddler on the Roof (at Music Theatre in Gdynia, directed by Jerzy Gruza) where he played a rabbi
- 1991: Pan Tadeusz (at Municipal Theatre in Gdynia, directed by Adam Hanuszkiewicz) as a chamberlain
- 1993: Fiddler on the Roof (Grand Theatre in Warsaw, directed by Jerzy Gruza) again as a rabbi
TV Shows and Films
Andrzej Popiel also appeared in a few television series and movies. These roles allowed more people to see his acting talent. His film and TV appearances included:
- 1984: Smażalnia story (a film)
- 1986: Na kłopoty Bednarski (a TV series)
- 2002, 2003: Lokatorzy (a TV series)
- 2004, 2007: Sąsiedzi (a TV series)
- 2006: Outlanders (a film)
