Emil Hossu

Biography

Emil Hossu was born on November 24, 1941, in Ocna Sibiului, Romania, to a Greek-Catholic family. He graduated from the Institute of Theatre and Film Arts in 1965 and went on to have a successful career in film and theater, starring in notable roles such as Iustin Comănescu in "The Earth's Most Beloved Son" and Victor Mirea in "The Secret of Bacchus". Hossu was awarded the National Order of Faithful Service, Knight rank in 2002.