Janusz Olejniczak

Janusz Olejniczak (2 October 1952 – 20 October 2024) was a Polish classical pianist and actor. He began playing the piano at the age of six.[1] He also performed the music in Roman Polanski's movie The Pianist, also appearing as the hand double for Adrien Brody, who plays pianist Władysław Szpilman.

Janusz Olejniczak
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Olejniczak performing in Chicago
Born(1952-10-02)2 October 1952
Died20 October 2024(2024-10-20) (aged 72)
OccupationClassical pianist, actor
Years active1958–2024

Olejniczak died of a heart attack on 20 October 2024, at the age of 72.[2][3]

References

  1. "Chopin in Jazz - Adam Makowicz and Janusz Olejniczak". The Warsaw Voice.
  2. Janusz Olejniczak, who played the piano parts in 'The Pianist' film, dies at 72. ABC News. 21 October 2024. https://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/wireStory/janusz-olejniczak-played-piano-parts-oscar-winning-movie-114982833. Retrieved 21 October 2024. 
  3. Daftari, Amir (21 October 2024). "Pianist in Oscar-winning 'The Pianist,' dies at 72". Newsweek. Retrieved 21 October 2024.

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