Toni Sailer

Austrian skier and actor

Toni Sailer - Athletes & Sports Figures born November 17th, 1935
Born
Died

2009
17 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Austria

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Achieved notable success as a alpine ski racer and actor. In skiing, won three gold medals at the 1956 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, dominating in the downhill, slalom, and giant slalom events. Transitioned to acting after retirement from skiing, appearing in films such as 'Der Schuh des Manitu' and 'Das Wirtshaus im Spessart'.

Won three gold medals at the 1956 Winter Olympics

Appeared in 'Der Schuh des Manitu'

Appeared in 'Das Wirtshaus im Spessart'

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