Egon von Jordan was an Austrian actor famous for his roles in films like Hab’ ich nur deine Liebe (1953), Sissi (1955), and Bel Ami (1955). He was known for portraying aristocrats and court officials throughout his career. He was born on March 19, 1902, in Dux, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary [now Duchcov, Czech Republic], and he passed away on December 27, 1978, in Vienna, Austria.
Personal and Family Life
Egon von Jordan was tutored by Josef Danegger, which helped him develop his acting skills. He began performing at the Vienna Volkstheater in 1921, showcasing his talent on stage. Though details about his personal life are scarce, his artistic journey spanned several decades, and he remained active in the film industry until his later years.
Death and Legacy
Egon von Jordan died on December 27, 1978, in Vienna, Austria. His contributions to cinema, especially in portraying noble characters, have left a lasting impression on Austrian film. He is remembered as a prominent character actor of his time.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Sissi | 1955-12-22 | Minister |
| Im Prater blüh’n wieder die Bäume | 1958-08-01 | Jankowitz |
| Stolen Identity | 1953-04-03 | Kruger (as E. von Jordan) |
| Town Without Pity | 1961-10-10 | Bürgermeister |
| Sebastian Kneipp | 1958-11-27 | Fr. Hoferer |
| Wiener Blut | 1942-04-03 | Daffinger |
| Der Herr Kanzleirat | 1948-05-21 | Waltersheim, Kreisgerichtspräsident |
| Zwei in einem Auto | 1951-12-21 | Mario Caracci |
| Wegen Verführung Minderjähriger | 1960-11-11 | Walter Gentz |
| Ein Stern fällt vom Himmel | 1934-12-28 | Lincoln, ein berühmter Filmtenor |
| Eine Frau ohne Bedeutung | 1964-09-17 | Sir John Pontefract |
| Der junge Medardus | 1923-10-05 | Etzel |
| Verurteilt 1910 | 1974-09-07 | Kaiser Franz Josef |
| Der Unbestechliche | 1979-07-10 | Der General |
| Die Moritat vom Räuberhauptmann Johann Georg Grasel | 1971-10-16 | Erster Hofrat |
| König Johann | 1971-01-20 | Pandulpho – Kardinal von Mailand |
| Leutnant Gustl | 1963-03-26 | Oberstleutnant Zindler |
| Geheimnis einer Ärztin | 1955-08-11 | Oberpolizeirat Werner Kröger |
| Kaiser Joseph und die Bahnwärterstochter | 1963-03-08 | Orpheus, Graf Wumbsprandt |
| An der schönen blauen Donau | 1955-01-25 | Hofrat |