Danish movie stars died at 55
Here are 2 famous actresses from Denmark died at 55:
Bodil Steen
Bodil Steen (January 14, 1923 Copenhagen-January 10, 1979 Denmark) also known as Bodil Jørri Steen or Bodil Jørri Jensen Steen was a Danish actor.
She was known for her versatile acting skills and appeared in over 70 films in her career. Steen started her acting journey in 1942 when she made her debut in the film "Mordets Melodi". She starred in a number of successful Danish films including "Ordet", "Weekend", and "Baronessen fra benzintanken". Steen was a staple in the Danish film industry throughout the 1950s and 60s.
Aside from her work in film, Steen was also a prominent stage actor. She worked at various theaters in Denmark, including Det Ny Teater and the Royal Danish Theatre. Steen was a celebrated performer during her time, with critics praising her natural acting ability and captivating presence on stage.
In addition to her acting career, Steen served as the Chairman of the Danish Actors' Association from 1955 to 1971. She was a champion for actors' rights and worked to improve working conditions for those in the industry.
Steen died in 1979 from cancer at the age of 55. She left behind a legacy as one of Denmark's most talented and beloved actors.
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Lili Bech
Lili Bech (December 29, 1883 Copenhagen-January 20, 1939 Aarhus) also known as Lily Beck, Lili Beck, Lilli Beck, Lili Magnussen or Lily Bech was a Danish actor.
Bech began her acting career at the Dagmar Theatre in Copenhagen in 1903. She later joined the Royal Danish Theatre and performed there until 1915, when she left to pursue a freelance career. Some of her most notable roles were in productions of Henrik Ibsen's plays, including "A Doll's House" and "Hedda Gabler". Bech also appeared in several Danish silent films in the 1910s, including "The Governor's Daughters" (1913) and "The Final Test" (1915). In addition to her acting work, she was a noted philanthropist and supporter of women's rights. Bech died of cancer at the age of 55 in Aarhus, Denmark.
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