Tehran, Dec 24, IRNA - Deputy Culture Minister for Cinematic Affairs extended his condolences on the death of veteran Iranian actor Morteza Ahmadi.Attending his commemoration service at Tehrans Vahdat Hall on Wednesday, Hojjatollah Ayubi said: We had a sad autumn in which several precious artists passed away. Hope that the morals and ethics of late Ahmadi will be a pattern for us.
Veteran Iranian actor Morteza Ahmadi passed away at the age of 90 after suffering from respiratory problems for a long time.
The old-time stage, television and radio actor died at his home on Sunday.
Ahmadi, who is known for nearly five decades of memorable performances, was born in 1924 in a neighborhood in the south of the capital Tehran.
In addition to being one of the most successful figures in the Iranian cinema, Ahmadi was famous for his dubbing career.
He was also known for singing different songs, including innovative types.
Ahmadi gave a rhythmic voiceover narration to Dr. Seuss Horton Hears a Who, a 2008 production of 20th Century Fox.
His memoir Me and Life, A Glance at Tehran and Its People, which is about the folk culture of city, was published in 2014 and 2013.
He played roles in many films and TV series, including The Sultan of Sahebqaran, Grand Cinema, Waiting for Satan, Autobus and The Man who Knew Too Much.
By IRNA
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