Bronislav Poloczek (; 7 August 1939 – 16 March 2012) was a Polish-Czech theatre and television actor. Poloczek was born in

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(Sucha Górna). He was best known for his appearances with the

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. He also appeared in various Czech television series, including ''

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'' and ''

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''; and many films, including '' Černí baroni''. In 2012, he died in

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, aged 72.

Personal life

Poloczek was a member of the

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, always emphasizing his belonging to the Polish nation. In 1956 Poloczek graduated from the

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. He was married to Zdenka. The couple had a son Bronislav. His wife died in 1995. Poloczek died on 16 March 2012 and was interred at the

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in Prague.

References

1939 births 2012 deaths Czech male film actors Czech male television actors Czech male stage actors Polish people from Trans-Olza People from Karviná District Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts alumni Burials at Olšany Cemetery {{CzechRepublic-actor-stub