Austrian actor Helmut Berger has died at 78. He was one of the biggest stars of European cinema in the 1960s and 1970s. Here's his career snapshot.
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Statement
His agency Helmut Werner Management announced his death and said he passed away 'peacefully but nevertheless unexpectedly' on Thursday.
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Career
Berger had a long-standing association with director Luchino Visconti, whom he met in 1964. He made his debut with the anthology drama 'La streghe.'
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Notable films
'The Blue Angel,' 'Dorian Gray,' and 'Ludwig,' are some of his most renowned projects. 'Ludwig' also won him the David di Donatello Award.
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Personal life
Berger was bisexual at a time when not many people talked about their sexual orientation. He was considered a sex symbol and the "it boy of the European jet set."