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Otakar Brousek
Brousek in May 2011
Brousek in May 2011
Born (1924-09-28)September 28, 1924
Krhanice, Czechoslovakia
Died March 14, 2014(2014-03-14) (aged 89)
Occupation Actor
Years active 1949–2013

Otakar Brousek (born September 28, 1924, in Krhanice – died March 14, 2014) was a famous Czech actor. He was also a talented voice actor. This means he used his voice for characters in cartoons or movies.

He was best known for his work on stage. He performed in many plays. He also appeared in about 40 films. Some of these films include Andělská tvář (2002) and Svatby pana Voka (1970). He was also in the TV series F. L. Věk (1971).

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Otakar Brousek was born in a town called Krhanice. This was in Czechoslovakia. He started his acting career in 1949. He quickly became known for his strong performances.

Acting on Stage

Otakar Brousek spent most of his career in theater. He loved performing live for an audience. Stage acting requires a lot of skill. Actors must remember long lines and show emotions clearly.

Films and Television Roles

Besides the stage, Brousek also worked in movies and TV. He acted in many different types of films. These included dramas and comedies. His work on television made him known to even more people.

Notable Film Appearances

Some of his well-known films include:

  • Andělská tvář (2002)
  • Svatby pana Voka (1970)
  • Můj brácha má prima bráchu (1975)

Television Series Work

He also played roles in popular TV shows. One important series was F. L. Věk (1971). These shows helped make him a household name.

Family and Legacy

Otakar Brousek passed away on March 14, 2014. He was 89 years old. He died in Prague, Czech Republic. His children also became actors. His son, Otakar Brousek Jr., and his daughter, Jaroslava Brousková, followed in his footsteps. They continue his acting legacy.

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