Estonian movie stars died in 1972
Here are 1 famous actresses from Estonia died in 1972:
Elsa Ratassepp
Elsa Ratassepp (March 7, 1893 Tartu County-May 4, 1972 Tartu) was an Estonian actor. She had one child, Valdeko Ratassepp.
Elsa Ratassepp began her acting career as a member of the Estonia Theatre in 1918. She performed in a variety of roles in both theater and film throughout her career, becoming one of Estonia's most beloved actresses. Ratassepp was also a gifted singer and often incorporated singing into her performances. In addition to her work on stage and screen, she also taught acting at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre. Ratassepp received numerous awards and honors throughout her career, including the Estonian SSR State Prize and the title of People's Artist of the Estonian SSR. Despite retiring from acting in the 1960s, she remained a cherished figure in Estonian culture until her death in 1972.
Elsa Ratassepp was born in Tartu County, Estonia, in 1893, and grew up in a family of actors. Her father, Andres Ratassepp, was a popular actor and director, and her mother, Amalie Ratassepp, was also an actress. Elsa Ratassepp received her formal education at Tartu Girls' Gymnasium, where she developed a love for singing and acting in school plays.
After completing her studies, Elsa Ratassepp joined the Estonia Theatre in 1918 and quickly became a well-known figure in Estonian theatre. She appeared in many productions, including "Lady Windermere's Fan", "The Cherry Orchard", and "The Seagull", among others. In 1933, Elsa Ratassepp began to work in film, appearing in her first film "Ela, Talu, Nooruse!" (1933), which was a comedy about life on an Estonian farm.
During World War II, Elsa Ratassepp continued to perform on stage and screen, despite the difficult conditions of the period. She remained popular throughout the war, and after the re-establishment of Estonian independence in 1991, she was posthumously awarded the Order of the White Star in recognition of her contributions to Estonian culture.
Elsa Ratassepp was also a dedicated teacher of acting, teaching at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre for many years. She was known for her passion for the craft and her ability to inspire her students to achieve their best. Elsa Ratassepp died in Tartu in 1972, leaving behind a legacy as one of Estonia's most beloved actresses and cultural icons.
In addition to her work in the arts, Elsa Ratassepp was also involved in politics. She was a member of the Communist Party of Estonia and served as a deputy in the Supreme Soviet of the Estonian SSR. Though her political views were controversial, she remained a beloved figure in Estonian culture and continued to receive accolades for her contributions to the arts. Today, Elsa Ratassepp is remembered as one of Estonia's most important cultural figures and her legacy remains an inspiration to aspiring actors and performers.