German actresses who deceased in 1985

Here are 3 famous actresses from Germany died in 1985:

Margarete Schön

Margarete Schön (April 7, 1895 Magdeburg-December 26, 1985 West Berlin) also known as Margarete Schoen, Maragarete Schön, Margarethe Schippang, Marg. Schön, Margarete Scøn or Margarethe Schön was a German actor.

She began acting in silent films, making her debut in 1913. She appeared in over 100 films during her career, working with some of the most prominent directors of the time, such as Fritz Lang and F.W. Murnau. Schön starred in several films that have become iconic classics of German cinema, including "Metropolis" and "Faust." She continued to act in films after the advent of sound, often playing supporting roles. Schön also worked in theater, appearing on stage in productions in Berlin, Vienna, and Zurich throughout her career. Despite her success, Schön was forced to flee Germany during World War II due to her opposition to the Nazi regime. She eventually returned to West Germany after the war and continued to work in film and theater until her retirement in the 1960s.

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Lia Eibenschütz

Lia Eibenschütz (March 19, 1899 Wiesbaden-March 9, 1985 Berlin) was a German actor. She had one child, Gerd Vespermann.

Eibenschütz started her acting career as a stage performer in the 1920s, before transitioning to film in the 1930s. She appeared in over 80 films throughout her career, primarily in supporting roles. Despite being offered offers to work in Hollywood by the major studios, she preferred to stay in Germany and continued to work in German cinema after World War II. Eibenschütz was a well-known character actor and was praised for her ability to bring depth and nuance to her roles. She was also an accomplished voice actor, lending her voice to numerous radio and television productions. Eibenschütz passed away in Berlin at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy as one of Germany's most prolific and respected character actors.

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Elga Brink

Elga Brink (April 2, 1905 Waidmannslust-October 28, 1985 Hamburg) was a German actor.

She began her acting career in the 1920s and worked in theater and film for several decades. Brink appeared in over 50 films, including "Three from the Filling Station" (1930), "The Great King" (1942), and "The Heart of St. Pauli" (1957). She was known for her roles in comedic films, often playing quirky or eccentric characters. She also worked as a voice actor and dubbing artist, lending her voice to several foreign films that were released in Germany. Brink continued to act until the 1970s and remained a beloved and respected figure in the German entertainment industry until her death in 1985.

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