Grigore Vasiliu Birlic | |
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Born | 24 January 1905 Fălticeni |
Died | 14 February 1970 Bucharest, Romania |
(aged 65)
Occupation | actor |
Nationality | Romanian |
Grigore Vasiliu Birlic (Romanian pronunciation: [ɡriˈɡore vasiˈli.u birˈlik]; January 24, 1905, Fălticeni–February 14, 1970, Bucharest) was one of the greatest Romanian actors, with a rich history in theatre, television and film. He was best known for comedy roles.
After finishing high school in Fălticeni, he went to study at the Conservatory for Dramatic Arts in Cernăuţi. In 1933, he settled in Bucharest, and started working at Teatrul Vesel.
He is buried at Bellu cemetery in Bucharest.