Karel Gott was a Czech actor and singer who is best known for his songs and appearances in films such as “Three Wishes for Cinderella,” “Bad Company,” and “Starci na chmelu.”
Personal and Family Life
Karel Gott was born on July 14, 1939, in Pilsen, which is now in the Czech Republic. He was married to Ivana Gottová from January 7, 2008, until his death on October 1, 2019. Together, they had two children. Karel also had three daughters from previous relationships: Dominika, Lucie, and Charlotte Ella, with the youngest born in April 2006. He was famously known as “The Golden Voice of Prague” and had a diverse family life.
Career Highlights
Karel Gott was a renowned singer who sold over 30 million records worldwide, with some estimates claiming he sold as many as 100 million. He gained popularity after his breakthrough hit, “Mesicni reka,” which is the Czech version of “Moon River,” released in 1962. In addition to his music career, he also appeared in various films and television shows, showcasing his talent in multiple forms of entertainment.
Death and Legacy
Karel Gott passed away on October 1, 2019, in Prague due to leukemia. His contributions to music and television left a significant mark in Czech culture, and he is remembered for his lasting impact on the entertainment industry. His voice and charisma endeared him to fans for decades, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest Czech artists.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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Charleys Onkel | 1969-04-01 | Thaddäus |
Zeiten Ändern Dich | 2010-02-04 | Karel Gott |
Z pekla štěstí 2 | 2001-02-01 | Lucifer / Panbůh |
Kdyby tisíc klarinetů | 1965-01-26 | Benjamin |
Hrubeš a Mareš jsou kamarádi do deště | 2004-12-31 | |
Hvězda padá vzhůru | 1975-08-29 | Švanda |
Parta hic | 1977-07-29 | Karel Gott |
Karel Gott 70 | 2009-07-14 | Himself |
Dědictví aneb Kurvaseneříká | 2014-02-06 | sám sebe |
Romance za korunu | 1975-10-24 | Karel Gott |
Když draka bolí hlava | 2018-10-25 | Děda kovář |