Herbert Joeks was an American actor best known for his roles in Dagboek van een herdershond, Pipo de Clown, and Pipo de clown en de piraten van toen. Born Herman Jozef van Hugten on November 26, 1915, in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands, he gained fame during his career in the entertainment industry.
Personal and Family Life
Herbert Joeks was married to Francisca Maria van Balkom, and together they had a daughter named Madeleine. He adopted the stage name “Joeks” after World War II, to use a phonetic version of his last name. His performance for Canadian soldiers during the war marked an important milestone in his career.
Death and Legacy
Herbert Joeks passed away on July 28, 1993, in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands. He left a lasting impact on the Dutch entertainment scene through his memorable performances and contributions to television. His character Pipo de Clown remains particularly cherished by audiences.
Filmography
| Title | Type | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dagboek van een herdershond | TV Series | 1978 | Notarisklerk |
| Pipo de Clown | TV Series | 1958–1980 | Klukkluk |
| Medisch Centrum West | TV Series | 1990 | Frits van der Egt |
| Mensen zoals jij en ik | TV Series | 1983 | Kapper |
| KALIF KASSA | TV Series | 1978 | Van der Lat |