Milan ‘Lane’ Gutovic was a Serbian actor known for his roles in “Bolji zivot,” “Otvorena vrata,” and his work in cabaret performances. He was born on August 11, 1946, in Umka near Belgrade, Yugoslavia, and passed away on August 25, 2021, in Belgrade, Serbia.
Personal and Family Life
Milan Gutovic was married to Biljana Knezevic from 2001 until their divorce in 2011. They had two children together, Milica and Spasoje Gutovic. In his private life, he was affectionately known to friends and family as “Lane,” a nickname he earned during his school years.
Career
Gutovic graduated from the Belgrade Academy for theater, cinema, radio, and television in 1967. He started his film career with “Bekstva” in 1968 and gained prominence for his role as Srecko Sojic in various productions, including “Tesna koza” and the comedy series “Bolji zivot.” His spectacular cabaret performances, particularly “An unusual evening,” earned him international recognition.
Death and Legacy
Milan Gutovic’s health declined rapidly in August 2021, leading to his hospitalization. He passed away on August 25, 2021, shortly after celebrating his 75th birthday. His legacy continues through his significant contributions to Serbian theater and television.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Nije lose biti covek | 2021 | Actor |
| Drzavni Posao | 2017 | Advokat Hadzi Tonic (2 episodes) |
| Zona Zamfirova 2 | 2017 | Hadzi Jordan |
| Otvorena vrata 2 | 2013-2017 | Dragoslav Jakovljevic (32 episodes) |
| Tesna koza 5 | 2013 | Srecko Sojic |
| Bela ladja | 2006-2012 | Srecko Sojic (81 episodes) |
| The Little Love God | 2011 | Milan |
| Zlatno tele | 2010 | Ostap Bender |
| Sesto culo | 2010 | Lane Gutovic (1 episode) |
| Neki cudni ljudi | 2009 | G. Lazar Gasic (4 episodes) |
| Balkan Traffic – Übermorgen nirgendwo | 2008 | Rile |
| Video Kabare Oralno Doba | 2008 | Lane |
| Ono nase sto nekad bejase | 2007 | Cir Manta (5 episodes) |
| Seven and a Half | 2006 | Voditelj |