Vlasta Burian
Vlasta Burian | |
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Vlasta Burian in 1942 | |
| Born | Josef Vlastimil Burian 9 April 1891 |
| Died | 31 January 1962 (aged 70) |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director, comedian and athlete |
| Years active | 1923–1945; 1950–1962 |
| Spouse | Nina Červenková (1919–1962) |
| Partner | Anna Emílie Pírkovová (1911–1912) |
Josef Vlastimil Burian, better known as Vlasta Burian, (9 April 1891 – 31 January 1962) was a Czech actor, singer, comedian, footballer and film director. He is among the most famous Czech actors and comedians of the first half of the 20th century. In the Czech Republic, he is nicknamed "King of Comedians".