Peter Jona Korn was an American actor who is best known for Die wunderbaren Jahre. He also contributed to the music department in It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World.
Personal and Family Life
Peter Jona Korn was born on March 30, 1922, in Berlin, Germany. He later moved to the United States, where he pursued a career in acting and music.
Career
Korn’s most notable acting role was in the television series Die wunderbaren Jahre, which aired in 1980. He also worked as an orchestrator for the film It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World, contributing significantly to its music department.
Death and Legacy
Peter Jona Korn passed away on January 12, 1998, in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. His contributions to film and television, particularly in acting and music, are remembered by fans and colleagues alike.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Die wunderbaren Jahre | Cellius | Actor |
| 1963 | It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World | Orchestrator (uncredited) | Music Department |