Ricky Bruch was an American actor who is best known for Ronia: The Robber’s Daughter, Dante – Akta’re för hajen!, and Anche gli angeli tirano di destro. He was born on July 2, 1946, in Örgryte, Gothenburg, Västra Götalands län, Sweden, and passed away on May 30, 2011, in Ystad, Skåne län, Sweden.
Personal and Family Life
Ricky Bruch was born Björn Rickard Bruch and was nicknamed “The Bear of Malmö.” He was known for his impressive height of 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m) and his contributions to sports alongside his acting career. He competed in the 1968 and 1972 Olympics and achieved the title of Swedish Discus Champion.
Death and Legacy
Ricky Bruch died from liver cancer at the age of 64. His legacy includes not only his films but also his achievements in athletics, particularly discus throwing. His personal best throw of 71.26 meters still stands as a Swedish record.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Also the Angels Shoot Right | 1974-09-10 | Father O’Flanagan |
| Agent 69 Jensen i Skyttens tegn | 1978-07-20 | Albanian |
| Ronia: The Robber’s Daughter | 1984-12-14 | Labbas |