Peter Lee Lawrence

Peter Lee Lawrence

Deceased · Born: Feb 21, 1944 · Died: Apr 20, 1974

Personal Details

BornFeb 21, 1944 Lindau, Bavaria, Germany

Biography

Peter Lee Lawrence, a highly accomplished German actor, initially made his cinematic debut in an uncredited capacity in Sergio Leone's renowned film "For A Few Dollars More" in the year 1965, thus commencing a prosperous and enduring career within the realm of Spaghetti Westerns.

Throughout the span of nine years, Lawrence engaged in collaborative efforts with Italian and Spanish filmmakers, resulting in a diverse array of films that effectively showcased his remarkable versatility as an actor, thereby solidifying his position as a talented and sought-after thespian.

The illustrious career of this renowned thespian is marked by a plethora of captivating cinematic endeavors, none more notable than the 1973 thriller-drama "Giorni d'amore sul filo di una lama", in which he shared the screen with his long-time romantic partner, the ravishing German actress Erica Blanc, a union that added a touch of glamour to the already compelling narrative.

Additionally, his impressive repertoire boasts the 1974 Italian horror film "Bacio di una morta", a project that cemented his status as a daring and accomplished actor, his fearless performances leaving a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike.

Lawrence's life took a tragic turn in 1972, as he began to experience severe and debilitating headaches, marking the beginning of a prolonged and arduous struggle with his health.

As filming on his latest project, "Los Caballeros del Botón de Ancla", neared its completion, Lawrence's condition continued to worsen, prompting him to seek medical attention at the renowned Jimenez Diaz Hospital in Madrid.

Upon his admission to the hospital, Lawrence underwent surgery performed by the esteemed Dr. Sixto Obrador, who initially reported that the operation had been successful in alleviating the actor's symptoms.

However, a subsequent biopsy report delivered a devastating blow, revealing that Lawrence was afflicted with glioblastoma, a particularly aggressive and malignant form of brain cancer that would ultimately prove to be a fatal diagnosis.

Lawrence, whose health was rapidly declining, made the difficult decision to relocate to Zurich, Switzerland, in the hopes of receiving more effective treatment for his illness. Under the expert care of renowned physician Professor Wolfgang Horst, Lawrence underwent a combination of chemotherapy and radiation therapy aimed at slowing the progression of his condition.

Despite the best efforts of his medical team, Lawrence's health continued to deteriorate at an alarming rate, prompting his admission to the Villa Stuart Clinic in Rome, Italy, where he was treated for severe stomach pains that had become a persistent and debilitating symptom of his illness.

Peter Lee Lawrence, a talented individual, left this mortal coil on the twentieth of April, 1974, at the tender age of twenty-nine, with his dear loved ones by his side.

Career

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1971
Black Beauty
Black Beauty as Gervaise
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1970
Awkward Hands
Awkward Hands as Peter Cushmich
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Slaughter on the Khyber Pass
Slaughter on the Khyber Pass as Lieutenant Cullen
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1968
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1967
I giorni della violenza
I giorni della violenza as Josh/Joe/John Lee
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1965
For a Few Dollars More
For a Few Dollars More as Mortimer's Brother-in-Law (uncredited)