Austrian movie stars died in 2008
Here are 3 famous actresses from Austria died in 2008:
Claude Farell
Claude Farell (May 7, 1914 Vienna-March 17, 2008 Mâcon) also known as Paulette von Suchan, Monika Burg, Paulette Colar, Catherine Farell or Paulette Kolar was an Austrian actor.
Throughout her career, Claude Farell appeared in over 70 film and television productions. She began her acting career in Austria and Germany in the 1930s, but left Germany after the rise of the Nazi party due to her Jewish heritage. In the 1950s, she moved to France where she continued her acting career under different stage names.
Farell is best known for her roles in the films "Mädchen in Uniform" (1931), "L'Amant de lady Chatterley" (1955), and "Ein Mann geht durch die Wand" (1959). She also had recurring roles in popular television shows such as "Les Cinq Dernières Minutes" and "Les Compagnons de Baal".
In addition to her acting career, Farell was also married to French film director Yves Allégret for a brief period of time. She passed away in 2008 at the age of 93.
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Judith Holzmeister
Judith Holzmeister (February 14, 1920 Innsbruck-June 23, 2008 Baden bei Wien) also known as Maria Holzmeister or Judith Maria Holzmeister was an Austrian actor.
Judith Holzmeister was born into a well-known Austrian family of actors and artists. She began her acting career in the Vienna Burgtheater and quickly gained recognition for her talent. In addition to her work on the stage, Holzmeister appeared in over 80 films, including the classic German film "The Third Man" (1949).
Holzmeister was also a prominent voice in Austrian radio and television, hosting a number of popular programs throughout the 1950s and 60s. In addition, she was a respected theater director, and taught acting at the Max Reinhardt Seminar in Vienna.
As an artist, Holzmeister was known for her passion for painting and sculpture. Her works were exhibited in galleries throughout Austria, and she was awarded numerous prizes for her contributions to the arts.
Throughout her long and varied career, Holzmeister remained committed to promoting the arts in Austria and inspiring new generations of artists and performers. She passed away in 2008 at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of talent, creativity, and dedication.
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Barbara Warren
Barbara Warren (April 9, 1943 St. Johann in Tirol-August 26, 2008 Santa Barbara) a.k.a. Barbara Angely, Barbara Angeli, Barbara Muller, Barbara Muné, Barbara Mueller or Barbara Alvarez was an Austrian actor.
Barbara Warren began her career as a model before transitioning to acting in the 1960s. She appeared in a number of popular German and Austrian films, including "Das Unbesiegbare Schwert" and "Die Nibelungen, Teil 2: Kriemhilds Rache." In the 1970s, she moved to the United States and continued to act, both on stage and in film and television. She appeared in TV shows such as "The Love Boat" and "CHiPs," and had a small role in the film "Star Trek: The Motion Picture." In addition to acting, Warren was also an accomplished writer and painter. She passed away in 2008 at the age of 65.
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