Oldrich Velen was an American actor, best known for his roles in Slasti Otce vlasti, The Mysterious Castle in the Carpathians, and Nahá pastýrka. He was born on September 15, 1921, in Turany, Czechoslovakia, and died on May 4, 2013, in Prague, Czech Republic.
Personal and Family Life
Oldrich Velen was married to Sylva Stursová from 1946 until his death in 2013. The couple had two children together. Throughout his life, he balanced his career as an actor and his responsibilities as a family man.
Death and Legacy
Velen passed away on May 4, 2013, in Prague. His contributions to film and television have left a lasting impression on Czech cinema, and he is remembered fondly by fans and colleagues alike for his memorable performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 5 milionů svědků | 1965-12-31 | Pláteník |
| Copak je to za vojáka… | 1987-01-01 | předseda MNV |
| Na kolejích čeká vrah | 1970-08-14 | Trojan |
| Signum laudis | 1980-10-31 | Resnitzek |
| Honza málem králem | 1977-07-15 | |
| Slasti Otce vlasti | 1969-07-08 | Bušek z Velhartic |
| Tajemství hradu v Karpatech | 1981-10-02 | krčmář |
| Jak se budí princezny | 1978-03-24 | King Vendelín |
| Černý vlk | 1972-02-04 | |
| Kainovo znamení | 1989-01-09 | |
| Všichni dobří rodáci | 1969-07-04 | Policista |
| Král Ubu | 1990-01-01 | král / car |
| Arabela | 1980-12-25 | King’s Counsellor |