John Karlsen
New Zealand actor / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Karlsen (20 October 1919 ā 5 July 2017), sometimes credited as Charles John Karlsen or John Karlson, was a New Zealand actor who was active in cinema between 1958 and 2003. He is best known for Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989), The Black Stallion (1979) and The Sin Eater (2003). In Europe he appeared in mostly Italian films.
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John Karlsen | |
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Born | (1919-10-20)20 October 1919 Wellington, New Zealand |
Died | 5 July 2017(2017-07-05) (aged 97) Auckland, New Zealand |
Nationality | New Zealand |
Other names | John Carlsen, Charles John Karlsen, John Karlson |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1958ā2003 |
Known for | Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, The Black Stallion and The Sin Eater |
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Karlsen was born in Wellington, New Zealand, and launched his career in Europe in the late 1950s.[1]
His filmography includes 80 titles, including several works for television.
Karlsen died on 5 July 2017 in Auckland, New Zealand,[1] at the age of 97.[2]