Deaths on October 10

Werner Heyking

Died on October 10, 1974

Werner Heyking, Danish actor (b. 1913)

Werner Jannick Heyking (14 June 1913 – 10 October 1974) was a Danish actor who was active in television films and serials during the 1960s and early 1970s.

Heyking had a small role in the 1971 film Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory as Charlie Bucket's boss Mr. Jopeck. He also appeared in the film Downhill Racer (1969). Heyking's final role came in 1973 in an episode of the television series Tatort.

Heyking died the following year on October 10, 1974 from throat cancer.

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A Disengagement of Forces agreement is signed between the Israeli and Egyptian governments, ending conflict on the Egyptian front of the Yom Kippur War.
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Watergate scandal: The House of Representatives Judiciary Committee votes 27 to 11 to recommend the first article of impeachment (for obstruction of justice) against President Richard Nixon.
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Deaths on October 10

Werner Heyking

Died on October 10, 1974

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