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Jan Frycz: Renowned Polish actor dies at 72
Renowned Polish actor Jan Frycz passed away on August 15, 2026, at the age of 72. The National Theatre in Warsaw announced his death on August 17, noting that he died at home surrounded by his family.
Frycz remained professionally active until shortly before his passing. He had recently begun rehearsals for the production of 'Oresteia' and was scheduled to film a continuation of the movie 'Nigdy w życiu'.
Piotr Jędrzejowski, spokesperson for the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, confirmed that the actor's funeral will be a state ceremony. While the official date has not yet been finalized, reports suggest the ceremony may take place in September.
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Jan Frycz · Ministry of Culture and National Heritage · Piotr Jędrzejowski · Teatr Narodowy · Warsaw
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Frycz died at home surrounded by his loved ones. swiatgwiazd.pl · www.plotek.pl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The funeral of Jan Frycz will be a state funeral. www.plotek.pl
- [● 2 SOURCES] Jan Frycz died on August 15, 2026, at the age of 72. swiatgwiazd.pl · www.plotek.pl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Frycz reportedly suffered from cancer. swiatgwiazd.pl
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Frycz had started rehearsals for 'Oresteia' just a week before his death. www.plotek.pl