Josef von Stroheim

Josef Erich von Stroheim (September 18, 1922 – March 22, 2002) was an American sound editor, known for his work in the motion picture industry. His father was director Erich von Stroheim.

Early life Josef Erich von Stroheim was born in Los Angeles on September 18, 1922, and grew up in Beverly Hills, California. His parents were actress Valerie Germonprez; and actor and film director, Erich von Stroheim. He had a step-brother, Erich von Stroheim Jr., from his father's second marriage to Mae Jones (or May Jones).

Career He began his career as a still photographer for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer's publicity department in 1939.

Later life and death Stroheim retired in 1988 and died in Van Nuys from complications from lung cancer on March 22, 2002. He is buried in an unmarked grave in Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery.