Actor

Jon Cedar

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Movies: 26Series: 20Crew credits: 1

TMDB ID: 135189

IMDb ID: nm0147736

Known for: Acting

Born: January 22, 1931

Died: April 14, 2011

Age: 80

Place of birth: Detroit, Michigan, USA

Gender: Male

Adult content flag: No

Career span: 1961 - 2010

Years active: 50

Average TMDB rating: 6.54

Wikidata: Q1674771

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Biography

Jon Cedar (1931-2011) was an American actor who appeared in more than sixty films and television shows during his career. He was best known for his recurring role as Corporal Karl Langenscheidt on the television series Hogan's Heroes. After serving in the U.S. military during the Korean War, he honed his craft in high school theatre before joining his family in traveling musical and off-Broadway productions. Later, he graced the stage with the Players Ring theatre troupe in Hollywood. With a filmography boasting over 60 film and television appearances, Cedar's most prominent role was undoubtedly Corporal Karl Langenscheidt on the beloved series "Hogan's Heroes." He also graced the silver screen in films like "Capricorn One," "Death Hunt," "The Manitou," and "The Concorde... Airport '79." His television appearances were equally impressive, featuring guest roles on numerous iconic shows including "Matlock," "Barnaby Jones," "Kojak," and "Murder, She Wrote." Married to Barbara Joan Shandell and father to two children, Jon Cedar continued acting until his passing in Los Angeles, California at the age of 80.