German actresses who were born in 1904
Here are 9 famous actresses from Germany were born in 1904:
Edith Schultze-Westrum
Edith Schultze-Westrum (December 30, 1904 Mainz-Kastel-March 20, 1981 Munich) otherwise known as Edith Schulze-Westrum was a German actor, voice actor, screenwriter and film director. Her children are called Thomas Schultze-Westrum and Regine Schelkopf.
Edith Schulze-Westrum began her acting career in 1928, and over the course of her career, she appeared in almost 60 films. She was best known for her roles in movies such as "Münchhausen" (1943), "Die Drei von der Tankstelle" (1930), and "Achtung! Feind hört mit!" (1940). Along with acting, she also worked as a screenwriter and film director. In fact, she was the first woman to direct a German feature film after World War II with the 1959 film "Die Tausend Augen des Dr. Mabuse" (The Thousand Eyes of Dr. Mabuse). Edith Schulze-Westrum was known for her versatility as an actress, often playing both comedic and dramatic roles. She remained active in the film industry until her death in 1981.
Ehmi Bessel
Ehmi Bessel (October 11, 1904 Ludwigshafen-February 3, 1988 Hamburg) otherwise known as Emmi Bessel was a German actor. She had three children, Dinah Hinz, Michael Hinz and Knut Hinz.
Bessel began her acting career at 20, performing in theaters across Germany. She eventually joined the Deutsches Schauspielhaus in Hamburg, where she became a well-known stage actress. Bessel also appeared in numerous films and television series, including "Alibi" (1931), "Ohm Krüger" (1941), and "Die Unbesiegten" (1953).
Bessel's personal life was marked by tragedy during World War II, as her husband, actor Gustaf Gründgens, became a prominent figure in the Nazi regime. The couple ultimately divorced in 1946. Bessel herself was known for her leftist political views and activism, and she was briefly imprisoned by the Gestapo in 1933.
After the war, Bessel continued to act on stage and screen, and also began to teach at the Hamburg University of Music and Performing Arts. She remained active in the theater community until her death in 1988 at the age of 83.
Niddy Impekoven
Niddy Impekoven (November 2, 1904 Berlin-November 20, 2002 Bad Ragaz) was a German actor and dancer.
Impekoven began her career as a dancer in Berlin during the 1920s. She performed in various cabarets and revues before moving into acting in the early 1930s. She performed in several films during the Nazi era, including the propaganda film "Hitler Youth Quex" in 1933. After World War II, Impekoven continued to act in films and television, most notably in the popular German television series "Der Kommissar" in the 1970s. She was also a prolific voice actor, lending her voice to several animated films and series. Impekoven was recognized for her contributions to German film and theater with the Order of Merit of Berlin and the Federal Cross of Merit.
Edith Schollwer
Edith Schollwer (February 12, 1904 Berlin-October 1, 2002 Berlin) was a German actor.
She appeared in over 100 films and television shows during her career that spanned over six decades. Schollwer started her acting career in 1923 and became a prominent figure in the German film industry during the 1930s. However, due to her Jewish heritage, she was forced to flee Nazi Germany in 1938 and went into exile in Switzerland.
After the end of World War II, Schollwer returned to Germany and resumed her acting career. She went on to act in notable German films such as "The Captain from Köpenick" (1956), "Buddenbrooks" (1959), and "The Wonderful Years" (1962).
In addition to her acting work, Schollwer was also a prolific voice-over artist and provided German dubbing for many foreign films and television shows. She received numerous awards for her contribution to the German film industry, including the Filmband in Gold for Lifetime Achievement in 1994.
Hilde Wagener
Hilde Wagener (September 26, 1904 Hanover-December 26, 1992 Baden bei Wien) also known as Brunhilde Karoline Katherine Wagener was a German actor.
She began her acting career in 1923 at the Munich Kammerspiele and later joined the Berlin State Opera. Wagener's performance in Max Ophüls' film "Liebelei" (1933) brought her critical acclaim and led to many other film roles. She continued to act in films throughout the 1940s, including in the propaganda film "Kolberg" (1945). After World War II, Wagener moved to Austria and continued her acting career, including performances in theater and film. She was awarded the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art in 1973 for her contributions to Austrian culture.
Ellen Frank
Ellen Frank (March 9, 1904 Aurich-September 17, 1999 Klagenfurt) was a German actor.
She appeared in numerous films and theatrical productions throughout her career, including some notable performances in the German film industry during the 1920s and 1930s. Despite being of Jewish descent, Ellen Frank was allowed to continue working in the German film industry until the late 1930s when she was forced to flee the country due to the Nazi regime. After relocating to Austria, she continued her acting career, although she primarily appeared on stage rather than in films. Frank remained active in the performing arts until the 1980s and was regarded as one of the leading actresses of her generation. In recognition of her contributions to the theater, she was awarded the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art in 1977.
Gusti Kreissl
Gusti Kreissl (January 2, 1904 Munich-August 1, 1986 Munich) also known as Gusti Kreisel or G. Kreissl was a German actor.
Kreissl began his career in the theater, performing in various productions in Munich and Berlin. He also appeared in several films throughout the 1930s and 1940s, including the popular propaganda film "Hitlerjunge Quex" (1933). During World War II, he served as a soldier in the German Army. After the war, Kreissl continued to act on stage and in films, becoming known for his roles in films such as "Die Trapp-Familie" (1956) and "08/15" (1954). In addition to his acting career, Kreissl was also a member of the Bavarian Parliament from 1958 to 1962. He passed away in Munich in 1986.
Hanna Waag
Hanna Waag (May 24, 1904 Giessen-August 13, 1995 Giessen) was a German actor.
She began her acting career in the 1920s, performing in German theater productions. In the 1930s, she transitioned to film and television acting, appearing in many popular German films of the era. However, due to her Jewish heritage, she was forced to flee Germany during the Nazi regime and spent some time in France before emigrating to the United States in 1940.
In America, Hanna Waag continued her acting career, performing in both film and television productions. She is perhaps best known for her appearances on popular TV shows such as Perry Mason and The Andy Griffith Show. Waag was also active in the theater community, performing on Broadway and in regional productions.
Throughout her career, Hanna Waag was known for her versatility as an actor, performing in a wide range of roles. She received critical acclaim for her performances in both comedic and dramatic roles, and was recognized with several awards throughout her career.
Hilde Maroff
Hilde Maroff (June 5, 1904 Berlin-August 15, 1984) also known as Hildegard Jarchoff was a German actor. She had three children, Peter Bosse, Ilse Bosse and Barbara Bosse.
Hilde Maroff made her theater debut in 1927 and starred in numerous productions in Germany prior to World War II. She also appeared in several films during the 1930s. In 1937, Maroff was arrested by the Gestapo for her anti-Nazi activities and was detained for several months before being released. After the war, Maroff continued her acting career in West Germany and appeared in several popular films including "The Devil's General" (1955) and "Dead Girls Don't Count" (1962). She also worked in television and was a regular on the show "Die Drehscheibe" in the 1960s. Maroff died in Munich in 1984 at the age of 80.