Latvian actor Pauls Butkēvičs has died at the age of 85, according to the Latvian Cinematographers' Union. The news was relayed by Marta Bite, chairwoman of the Union, following notification from the actor’s family. Butkēvičs enjoyed a prolific career, appearing in roughly 150 film roles throughout his life. He was a well-known and respected figure in Latvian cinema. Further details regarding his death have not been immediately released. His passing marks a loss for the Latvian arts community.