Willeke van Ammelrooy
Dutch actress and director
Born
April 5th, 1944
81 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Netherlands
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Born in 1944, this actress and director gained prominence in the Dutch film industry. Her career includes significant contributions to both film and television, demonstrating a wide range of acting skills. She directed notable works and starred in standout roles that solidified her status in the Netherlands. The culmination of her career came with several awards recognizing her artistic achievements.
Starred in 'The Assault'
Directed 'The Last Journey'
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