Jon Cedar
Jon Cedar (1931-2011) was an American actor who appeared in more than sixty films and television shows during his career. He was best known for his recurring role as Corporal Karl Langenscheidt on the television series Hogan's Heroes. After serving in the U.S. military during the Korean War, he honed his craft in high school theatre before joining his family in traveling musical and off-Broadway productions. Later, he graced the stage with the Players Ring theatre troupe in Hollywood. With a filmography boasting over 60 film and television appearances, Cedar's most prominent role was undoubtedly Corporal Karl Langenscheidt on the beloved series "Hogan's Heroes." He also graced the silver screen in films like "Capricorn One," "Death Hunt," "The Manitou," and "The Concorde... Airport '79." His television appearances were equally impressive, featuring guest roles on numerous iconic shows including "Matlock," "Barnaby Jones," "Kojak," and "Murder, She Wrote." Married to Barbara Joan Shandell and father to two children, Jon Cedar continued acting until his passing in Los Angeles, California at the age of 80.
Known for
ActingBirthday
January 22, 1931Deathday
April 14, 2011Gender
MaleKnown Movie Credits
27Place of birth
Detroit, Michigan, USACast credits
Death Hunt
HawkinsThe Manitou
Dr. Jack HughesDay of the Animals
Frank YoungLittle Cigars
FaustStowaway to the Moon
Hans HartmanAsteroid
General SmithCapricorn One
F.B.I. Man Number 1Time Travelers
Pegleg (1871)Love Shack
Sebastian BulgeKiss Daddy Goodbye
Wally StantonThe Quick and the Dead
Lt. RogersSwashbuckler
Pirate Gun CaptainFeds
Senior AgentWake Me When the War Is Over
FlargerFoxy Brown
Dr. ChaseI Want to Live
Jim StockardThe Healers
Messenger of Death
SaulThe Concorde... Airport '79
FroelichMurder in Mind
Superior OfficerThe Execution of Private Slovik
Holloway