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.
Filmography
all 44
Movies 27
TV Shows 17
Love Shack (2010)
The Inside (2005)
Murder in Mind (1997)
Asteroid (1997)
Body Shot (1994)
Interceptor (1992)
By Dawn's Early Light (1990)
Feds (1988)
Messenger of Death (1988)
In Love and War (1987)
Matlock (1986)
Moonlighting (1985)
Tales from the Darkside (1984)
Hardcastle and McCormick (1983)
I Want to Live (1983)
Second Thoughts (1983)
Death Hunt (1981)
Dynasty (1981)
Kiss Daddy Goodbye (1981)
The Concorde... Airport '79 (1979)
B. J. and the Bear (1979)
The Manitou (1978)
Capricorn One (1977)
The Incredible Hulk (1977)
Day of the Animals (1977)
Swashbuckler (1976)
Time Travelers (1976)
Starsky & Hutch (1975)
Bronk (1975)
Stowaway to the Moon (1975)
The Rockford Files (1974)
The Healers (1974)
Larry (1974)
Foxy Brown (1974)
The Execution of Private Slovik (1974)
Kojak (1973)
Little Cigars (1973)
Cannon (1971)
Wake Me When the War Is Over (1969)
Felony Squad (1966)
Hogan's Heroes (1965)
Run for Your Life (1965)
The Quick and the Dead (1963)
Ben Casey (1961)
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Known ForActing
GenderMale
Birthday1931-01-22
Deathday2011-04-14 (80 years old)
Birth PlaceDetroit, United States of America
CitizenshipsUnited States of America
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