Polish movie actresses born in the year 1921
Here are 6 famous actresses from Poland were born in 1921:
Stanislawa Lopuszanska
Stanislawa Lopuszanska (April 20, 1921 Warsaw-) a.k.a. Stanisława Ławska-Łopuszańska is a Polish actor.
She is best known for her work in theater and film productions. Lopuszanska was a graduate of the State Theater School in Warsaw and began her career in the 1940s. She became a prominent figure in the Polish theater scene during the post-war period and worked with some of the most renowned directors in the country. She was also a prolific film actress, appearing in numerous Polish films throughout the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. Besides acting, she was also an influential teacher and mentor to many young actors in Poland. In recognition of her contributions to Polish culture, Lopuszanska was awarded the Order of Polonia Restituta, one of the highest honors in Poland.
Jagna Janecka
Jagna Janecka (April 21, 1921-November 5, 2014) was a Polish actor.
She was born in Lviv, Poland (now Ukraine), and began her acting career in the 1940s with the Wroclaw Theatre. She later performed at the National Theatre in Warsaw and the Ateneum Theatre in Warsaw. Janecka was known for her versatility, playing roles in dramas, comedies, and tragedies. She also appeared in a number of films, including "Nikt nie wola" (1957) and "Dwie matki" (1957). In addition to her acting career, Janecka was a vocal instructor and taught at the Acting School in Warsaw. She was awarded the Order of Polonia Restituta for her contributions to Polish culture in 1999.
Halina Kwiatkowska
Halina Kwiatkowska (April 25, 1921 Bochnia-) is a Polish actor.
Halina Kwiatkowska began her acting career in the 1940s and quickly became one of the most beloved actresses in Poland. She has appeared in over 100 films and TV shows, and is best known for her roles in "Three Colors: White" (1994), "Teddy Bear" (1981) and "The Tragedy of Macbeth" (1971).
Kwiatkowska has won numerous awards for her contributions to Polish cinema, including the Award for Best Actress at the Cannes Film Festival in 1971 for her performance in "The Tragedy of Macbeth". She is also a recipient of the Order of Polonia Restituta, one of Poland's highest honors.
In addition to her acting career, Kwiatkowska is also a respected theater director and producer. She has directed several productions for the Warsaw Theater and other prominent theaters in Poland.
Barbara Drapińska
Barbara Drapińska (November 8, 1921 Warsaw-October 24, 2000 Mińsk Mazowiecki) also known as B. Drapinská was a Polish actor.
She began her acting career in 1938, and acted in multiple theater productions and films throughout her life. She was a prominent figure in the Polish theater scene, having acted in over 200 productions, both classical and contemporary works. Drapińska was also a member of the Polish acrobatic team, representing her country in the Gymnastics World Championships in 1950. She was awarded various honors for her contributions to the arts, including the Officer's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta in 1974. In addition to acting, she also wrote plays and translations from Belarusian and Russian into Polish. Drapińska passed away in 2000 at the age of 78.
Krystyna Ciechomska
Krystyna Ciechomska (November 8, 1921 Warsaw-May 4, 2012 Warsaw) was a Polish actor.
Krystyna Ciechomska began her acting career in 1949, appearing in the film "Wanda Does Not Believe in Love". She quickly rose to prominence in the Polish film industry and went on to appear in over 50 movies, as well as numerous theater and television productions. Ciechomska was known for her versatility as an actress, appearing in both comedic and dramatic roles. Some of her most notable film roles include "Eroica" (1958), "Black Cross" (1960), and "Salt of the Black Earth" (1970). In addition to her acting career, Ciechomska was also an active member of the Polish cultural scene, serving on the board of the Association of Polish Artists and Writers.
Iga Mayr
Iga Mayr (April 17, 1921 Lviv-January 28, 2001 Wrocław) was a Polish actor.
She was born in Lviv, which was then a part of Poland, and began her acting career in the 1940s. Mayr appeared in over 60 films and television shows throughout her career, including popular Polish films such as "A Generation" (1955), "The Ashes" (1965), and "Everything for Sale" (1969). She also acted in many theater productions, and was known for her talent as a comedic actress. Mayr was awarded the prestigious Order of Polonia Restituta in 1985 for her contributions to Polish culture. She passed away in 2001 in Wrocław, Poland at the age of 79.