Ruud van Hemert
Dutch actor and director of TV series
Born
1938
88 years ago
Died
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Netherlands
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Involvement in the Dutch entertainment industry spanned multiple roles including acting, directing, producing, and screenwriting. Worked on various television series and films, contributing significantly to the local film culture. Gained recognition for directing popular Dutch television series and films during a successful career. Contributions included writing and directing episodes that received acclaim and influenced future productions.
Directed the popular television series 'Zeg 'ns Aaa'
Directed 'De Breker' and 'Zwarte Sneeuw'
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