Walter Kohut | |
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Born | 20 November 1927 Vienna, Austria |
Died | 18 May 1980 Innsbruck, Austria |
(aged 52)
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1949–1980 |
Spouse | Immy Schell |
Walter Kohut (20 November 1927 – 18 May 1980) was an Austrian film, television and theatre actor.
He appeared in many Austrian and German films over a 30 year period and became known for playing shady characters. He became known internationally for his portrayal of Field Marshal Walter Model in the 1977 Hollywood blockbuster A Bridge Too Far and for an appearance in the 1979 thriller Bloodline.
He was married to the actress Immy Schell, sister of Maria Schell. He died aged 52 and his gravesite is located on the cemetery wall in Vienna.