Witold Pyrkosz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Witold Pyrkosz
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Witold Pyrkosz (2008), teatr tm
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| Born | 24 December 1926 Krasnystaw, Poland
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| Died | 22 April 2017 (aged 90) Warsaw, Poland
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| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1955–2017 |
Witold Pyrkosz (born December 24, 1926 – died April 22, 2017) was a very popular Polish actor. He was known for his roles in many TV shows and movies.
He was especially famous for playing Lucjan Mostowiak in the Polish TV series "M jak miłość". He also played Pyzdra in "Janosik", Wichura in "Czterej pancerni i pies", and Balcerek in "Alternatywy 4". Kids might also know his voice! He was the Polish voice of Tow Mater in the Pixar "Cars" movies.
Even though his official birth certificate said he was born on January 1, 1927, he later said this was changed on purpose. The date was moved to make him seem younger so he could delay joining the army for a year. His mother also said he was born in Lwów because she thought it "sounded more regal" or fancy.
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His Acting Career
Witold Pyrkosz had a long and successful career in acting, lasting over 60 years! He started acting in 1955 and continued until his death in 2017. He was known for playing many different kinds of characters, from serious roles to funny ones.
Some of his most memorable roles include:
- Franek Wichura in "Czterej pancerni i pies" (1966–1970). This was a popular TV series about a tank crew during World War II.
- Jędruś Pyzdra in "Janosik" (1973). This show was about a legendary Polish highland bandit.
- Balcerek in "Alternatywy 4" (1983). This was a comedy series about people living in a new apartment building.
- Lucjan Mostowiak in "M jak miłość" (2000–2017). This long-running TV series was one of his last and most famous roles, making him a beloved figure to many Polish families.
He also lent his voice to animated movies, like playing the funny tow truck, Złomek (Tow Mater), in the Polish version of "Cars" in 2006.
Awards and Honors
Witold Pyrkosz received many important awards for his acting and contributions to Polish culture. These awards showed how much his work was appreciated.
- In 1974, he was given the Gold Cross of Merit.
- In 1984, he received the Knight's Cross of Polonia Restituta. These are high honors given by the Polish government.
- In 2009, he was awarded the Medal for Merit to Culture – Gloria Artis. This medal celebrates people who have done great things in art and culture.
- He also won popular television awards called "Telekamera" in 2005 for Best Actor, and in 2007, he received the "Złote Spinki" (Gold Studs) as an honorary award.
Life Outside Acting
Witold Pyrkosz was not very involved in politics during the time of the Polish People's Republic. He even took part in a media boycott during martial law, which meant he didn't appear in the media to show his disagreement with the government's actions. Later in his life, from 1999 to 2006, he served as a councilor in the Piaseczno County, which means he helped make decisions for his local community.
Later Life and Passing
Witold Pyrkosz passed away on April 22, 2017, in Warsaw. He was 90 years old. He had been ill with heart and circulation problems, and he died from a stroke after complications from pneumonia. His funeral was held on April 28, 2017, at a church in Góra Kalwaria, and his ashes were laid to rest in the local cemetery there.
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Witold Pyrkosz in 2008
