Danish movie stars died in 1974
Here are 2 famous actresses from Denmark died in 1974:
Ebba Amfeldt
Ebba Amfeldt (December 21, 1906 Denmark-June 1, 1974 Denmark) was a Danish actor.
She began acting in the 1920s and went on to appear in over 30 films throughout her career. She was known for her roles in Danish films such as "The Last Judgment" (1945) and "The Viking Watch of the Danish Seaman" (1952). In addition to her film work, Amfeldt also appeared in many theater productions in Denmark. She was widely recognized for her acting talents and was honored with numerous awards throughout her career, including the Order of the Dannebrog, one of Denmark's highest honors.
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Elsa Peterson
Elsa Peterson (December 23, 1897 Denmark-March 11, 1974 Woodland Hills) a.k.a. Elsa Petersen was a Danish actor.
Elsa Peterson started her acting career in Denmark as a stage actress in the 1910s. She appeared in a few Danish films before moving to Hollywood in the 1920s to pursue a career in Hollywood. In Hollywood, she started out as a silent film actress and made her debut in the 1925 film "The Plastic Age."
Throughout the 1920s, Elsa Peterson appeared in supporting roles in a number of popular silent films including "The Temptress" (1926) and "The King of Kings" (1927). As talkies emerged, she transitioned to sound films and continued to play supporting roles in films like "Gone with the Wind" (1939), "The Postman Always Rings Twice" (1946), and "Barefoot in the Park" (1967).
Outside of her acting career, Elsa Peterson was known for her charitable work, particularly with the Danish American Club of Southern California, which she helped found in the 1940s. She was also an accomplished painter, sculptor, and jewelry designer.
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