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My Take
Pavel Nový represents the kind of career I deeply admire: longevity built on craft. More than a hundred films since 1962 is a staggering run, but what really gets me is the shape of his late recognition. Winning the Czech Lion for Best Actor in 2017, then a 2023 Golden Slipper for his contribution to children's films, tells me he conquered serious adult drama while still pouring himself into work that matters to kids. That balance of gravitas and warmth is rare. A working actor for over half a century, he embodies the patient, deep-grained artistry I find far more compelling than overnight fame.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Pavel Nový
- Name (Japanese)
- パヴェル・ノヴィー
- Reading
- ぱゔぇる・のゔぃー
- Born
- September 5, 1948 (age 77)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Virgo / Rat
- Origin
- Plzeň, Plzeň Region, Czech Republic
- Occupation
- actor
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- 2017 Czech Lion Award for Best Actor in Leading Role
- 2023 Golden Slipper for Unique Contribution to films for children
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Pavel Nový born?
Born September 5, 1948 (age 77).
Where is Pavel Nový from?
Pavel Nový is from Plzeň, Plzeň Region, Czech Republic.
What does Pavel Nový do?
Pavel Nový works as actor.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.