Danish movie stars died at 71

Here are 4 famous actresses from Denmark died at 71:

Astrid Villaume

Astrid Villaume (November 3, 1923 Aalestrup-February 12, 1995 Frederiksberg) a.k.a. Søtter was a Danish actor and acrobat. She had three children, Carl Michael von Staffeldt, Astrid von Staffeldt and Carl von Staffeldt.

Astrid Villaume began her career as an acrobat, performing with the popular Danish circus Benneweis. She later transitioned to acting and appeared in several Danish films and TV shows throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Some of her notable film credits include "Det kunne være dig" (1952) and "Duellen" (1962).

Aside from her work on screen, Villaume was also actively involved in theatre. She was a member of the Royal Danish Theatre for many years and appeared in several productions there.

In addition to her successful career in entertainment, Villaume was known for her philanthropic work. She was actively involved in various charitable organizations, including the Danish Cancer Society and the Danish Red Cross.

Villaume passed away in 1995 at the age of 71.

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Karen Poulsen

Karen Poulsen (May 10, 1881 Denmark-February 15, 1953 Denmark) also known as Karen Lund or Karen Thalbitzer was a Danish actor.

She began her acting career in theater but later transitioned to film. Poulsen appeared in over 50 Danish silent films in the 1910s and 1920s, and became one of the most popular actresses of her time. She was known for her versatility and ability to play a wide range of roles, from romantic leads to comedic characters. Poulsen retired from acting in 1949, and died in her hometown of Copenhagen in 1953 at the age of 71.

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Jeanne Darville

Jeanne Darville (August 18, 1923 Copenhagen-May 9, 1995 Denmark) also known as Jeanne-Yvonne Maria d'Arville was a Danish actor. She had one child, Pusle Helmuth.

Jeanne Darville trained at the Royal Danish Theatre School and went on to have a long career in Danish theatre, film, and television. She made her stage debut in 1946 and was a member of the Royal Danish Theatre from 1958 to 1985, where she played a wide range of roles including Lady Macbeth and Martha in Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Darville also appeared in over 50 films and TV shows throughout her career. She received numerous awards and nominations for her work, including the Albert Maltzau Prize, the Knight of Dannebrog, and the Bodil Award for Best Supporting Actress. Darville was known for her versatility and ability to play both dramatic and comedic roles. She passed away in 1995 at the age of 71.

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Kirsten Rolffes

Kirsten Rolffes (September 20, 1928 Copenhagen-April 10, 2000 Copenhagen) also known as Kirsten Rolfes or Kirsten Rolffes Becker was a Danish actor. Her children are called Henriette Becker, Elisebeth Becker and Jakob Becker.

She died caused by cancer.

Kirsten Rolffes was a highly celebrated actor in Denmark, known for her impressive range and versatility. She studied at the Royal Danish Theater's acting school in the 1940s, and went on to appear in a wide range of theatrical productions, as well as in films and on television. Some of her most memorable roles were in the films "Hunger" (1966) and "Babette's Feast" (1987), as well as in the television series "Matador" (1978-1981).

Throughout her career, Kirsten received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to Danish theater and film, including the prestigious Tagea Brandt Rejselegat in 1971 and the Aage Vermund Prize in 1985. She was also a dedicated advocate for social justice throughout her life, and was involved in numerous political and cultural organizations in Denmark. Despite her passing in 2000, Kirsten Rolffes' impact on Danish culture and entertainment continues to be felt to this day.

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