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German actor Mario Adorf dies at 95

moviesApr 9, 2026584

Mario Adorf, a prolific German film and television actor, died at age 95. He died Wednesday in his Paris apartment after a short illness, his management announced. Adorf was known for roles in The Tin Drum and the TV series Kir Royal, and his career stretched more than six decades. His death removes one of the most recognizable figures of postwar German cinema and television.

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Mario Adorf died at 95 in his Paris apartment after a short illness.
He starred in The Tin Drum and led the TV series Kir Royal.
His career in film and television stretched more than six decades.
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