Jon Cedar

Jon Cedar 19312011 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 Hogans Heroes After serving in the US military during the Korean War he honed his craft in high school theatre before joining his family in traveling musical and offBroadway productions Later he graced the stage with the Players Ring theatre troupe in Hollywood With a filmography boasting over 60 film and television appearances Cedars most prominent role was undoubtedly Corporal Karl Langenscheidt on the beloved series Hogans 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