Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1931-01-22
Day of Death
2011-04-14
Place of Birth
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Jon Cedar
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 (26)
Love Shack
2010
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
I Want to Live
1983
Second Thoughts
1983
Death Hunt
1981
Kiss Daddy Goodbye
1981
The Concorde... Airport '79
1979
