Milan ‘Lane’ Gutovic

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