German actresses who were born in 1916
Here are 6 famous actresses from Germany were born in 1916:
Tilly Lauenstein
Tilly Lauenstein (July 28, 1916 Bad Homburg vor der Höhe-May 8, 2002 Potsdam) was a German actor and voice actor.
Born in Bad Homburg, Germany in 1916, Tilly Lauenstein was an actor and voice actor. She began her acting career in the 1930s and appeared in a number of films throughout Germany. During WWII, Lauenstein worked as a nurse for the Red Cross before returning to acting in the post-war years.
In addition to her work in film, Lauenstein was also a prolific voice actor. She dubbed the voices of many foreign actors in German-language versions of films and television shows.
Lauenstein's most notable acting roles include the 1963 film "Das indische Tuch" (The Indian Scarf) and the 1982 television series "Ich heirate eine Familie" (I'm Marrying a Family). She continued to act and do voice work well into her later years, and passed away in Potsdam, Germany in 2002 at the age of 85.
Lauenstein appeared in over 60 films and television series in her career, including "Hallo, Fräulein" (1956), "Der letzte Sommer" (1957), and "Hilde" (1959). She also had a successful career as a voice actor, dubbing the voices of actresses such as Lauren Bacall and Ingrid Bergman. Lauenstein was known for her versatility as an actor, portraying a wide range of characters on screen from comedic roles to dramatic ones. She was also a fiercely independent woman who never married or had children, choosing instead to focus on her career. Lauenstein received numerous awards for her work throughout her career, including the German Federal Cross of Merit in 1986.
Eva Bildt
Eva Bildt (January 29, 1916 Berlin-April 27, 1945 Zeesen) was a German actor.
Despite a relatively short career, Eva Bildt is considered to be one of the most talented actors of her time. She began her acting career in the mid-1930s and quickly gained recognition for her commanding stage presence and emotive performances. Bildt was known for her versatility and ability to play a wide range of characters, from complex heroines to villainous characters.
Throughout her career, Bildt worked extensively on both stage and screen. She appeared in a number of films, including the classic German film "Münchhausen" (1943). In addition to her work in film, Bildt was a regular performer at some of the most prestigious theaters in Germany, including the Deutsches Theater in Berlin.
Tragically, Bildt's promising career was cut short by the Second World War. She was conscripted into the German military and died in 1945, just a few months before the end of the war. Despite her untimely death, her legacy as an actress has endured and her work continues to be celebrated today.
Bildt was born into a family of actors; her father, Fritz Bildt, was a well-known theater actor and director in Germany. Encouraged by her family's traditions, Eva began studying acting at a young age. She made her stage debut at the age of 19, in a production of "The Storm" at the Hamburger Kammerspiele theater. From then on, she continued to hone her craft and quickly gained a reputation as one of the most promising young actors in Germany.
In addition to her talent on stage and screen, Eva Bildt was also known for her courage and commitment to her beliefs. She was a vocal opponent of the Nazi regime, and used her platform as an actress to speak out against the injustices and atrocities committed by the German government.
Despite her outspokenness, Bildt's talent and popularity allowed her to continue working throughout the war years. However, she was eventually conscripted into the German military and sent to Zeesen, a subcamp of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. She died there in April of 1945, just a few weeks before Allied forces liberated the camp.
Today, Eva Bildt is remembered as one of the most talented and courageous actresses of her generation. Her legacy serves as a reminder of the power of art to both inspire and instigate change.
Irene von Meyendorff
Irene von Meyendorff (June 6, 1916 Tallinn-September 28, 2001 London) also known as Irene Isabella Margarethe Paulina Caecilia Freiin von Meyendorff, Irene Von Meyendorff, Baroness Irene Isabella Margarete Pauline Caecila von Meyendorff, Irene v. Meyendorff or Irina was a German actor. She had one child, Andreas Zahler.
Irene von Meyendorff began her acting career in 1935 with the movie "Liebelei" directed by Max Ophüls. She gained critical acclaim for her performance and went on to act in several other notable films. During World War II, Meyendorff lived in Estonia and continued to act in various German films. After the war, she moved to Hollywood and appeared in films including The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry and The Young Lions.
Meyendorff was also a talented writer and authored several novels and short stories. Some of her notable works include "The Big Game," "Behind the Scenes," and "The Hostess."
Later in life, Meyendorff suffered from Parkinson's disease and retired from acting. She spent her final years in London where she passed away in 2001.
In addition to her acting career, Irene von Meyendorff was also noted for her beauty and elegance, and was often photographed by famous photographers of her time. She was briefly married to German actor Joachim Gottschalk before his tragic death in 1941. After the war, Meyendorff married German film director Harald Braun, with whom she had her son Andreas. Her marriage to Braun ended in divorce in 1952. Meyendorff was multilingual and spoke several languages fluently, including German, English, French and Russian. She was also known for her artistic talents and enjoyed painting and sculpting in her free time. Despite her success, Meyendorff remained a private person and rarely discussed her personal life in interviews. She is remembered as a talented and versatile actress, and as a trailblazer for women in the film industry during a time when few were able to achieve success in the male-dominated field.
Hortense Raky
Hortense Raky (August 27, 1916 Berlin-September 25, 2006 Vienna) was a German actor. Her children are called Stephan Paryla, Nikolaus Paryla and Veronika Paryla.
Hortense Raky began her acting career in the 1930s in Berlin's theater scene, and eventually made her way into film. She appeared in over 70 German films throughout her career. In the early 1940s, she fled Nazi Germany with her husband and children, eventually settling in Austria. In the 1950s and 1960s, she continued to act in films and in theater productions in Vienna. Some of her notable film roles include "Der verzauberte Tag" (The Enchanted Day) and "Das Schweigen im Walde" (The Silence in the Forest). Raky was also known for her voice acting work, providing the German dubbed voice of iconic Hollywood actress Bette Davis. She passed away in 2006 at the age of 90.
Throughout her career, Hortense Raky was widely acclaimed for her acting abilities and performances. She was known for her nuanced portrayals of complex characters and her ability to bring depth and emotion to her roles. Her work in theater was particularly noteworthy, with her performances in productions of classic plays such as "Hamlet" and "The Cherry Orchard" earning critical acclaim.
In addition to her acting work, Raky was also a committed political activist, advocating for social justice and human rights. She supported numerous causes throughout her life and was widely respected for her political engagement.
Raky's legacy continues to inspire actors and artists today. Her commitment to her craft and her dedication to social justice serve as an example of what can be achieved through hard work and perseverance. Her numerous contributions to the arts have cemented her place as one of Germany's most beloved actors, and she remains an important figure in the history of European cinema.
Dinah Grace
Dinah Grace (February 14, 1916 Hamburg-May 12, 1963 Hamburg) otherwise known as Käthe Johanna Gerda Ilse Schmidt, Ilse Fritsch or Ilse Schmidt was a German actor. She had one child, Thomas Fritsch.
Dinah Grace began her acting career in the 1930s and appeared in numerous films throughout the 1940s and 1950s, including "Wunschkonzert" (1940) and "Gabriela" (1950). She was known for her versatility as an actress, and her ability to play both dramatic and comedic roles.
Grace was also a well-known voice actress, dubbing the voices of various actresses in foreign films for the German audience. She was awarded the Golden Needle award in 1957 for her work in voice acting.
Unfortunately, Dinah Grace's life was cut short when she passed away at the age of 47 due to a heart attack. Despite her relatively short career, she remains a beloved figure in German cinema and is remembered for her talent and passion for acting.
In addition to her work in acting, Dinah Grace was also a talented singer and recorded several songs throughout her career. She was a member of the prestigious Max Reinhardt theater company and performed in numerous plays and operettas. Despite her success, Grace's personal life was marked by tragedy. Her husband, actor Fritz Odemar, died during World War II and her son Thomas suffered from health issues throughout his life, passing away in 2020. Despite these challenges, Dinah Grace remained dedicated to her craft and continued to act until her untimely death in 1963. Today, she is remembered as a talented and versatile actress who made a significant contribution to German cinema.
Ilsemarie Schnering
Ilsemarie Schnering (April 28, 1916 Genthin-April 3, 1995 Gernsbach) was a German actor.
She started her acting career in 1935 in Berlin and had minor roles in several films until 1942 when she was drafted into the German Women's Auxiliary Services. After the war, she resumed her acting career and performed on stage and in movies. She appeared in more than 100 films, including Rolf Thiele's comedy "The Girl Rosemarie" and the drama "The Marriage of Maria Braun" by Rainer Werner Fassbinder. Schnering was also active in dubbing foreign films into German and lent her voice to many actresses, such as Lana Turner and Grace Kelly. She retired from acting in 1981 and lived in Gernsbach until her death in 1995.
Ilsemarie Schnering was born in Genthin, Germany to a family of actors. Her mother, Maria Landrock, was a prominent stage actress and her father, Harry Piel, was a notable silent film director and actor. Schnering's parents divorced when she was young, and she was raised by her mother. She began acting on stage at the age of 17 and made her film debut in 1935 in the movie "Morgenrot". During World War II, Schnering was drafted into the German Women's Auxiliary Services and served as a nurse. After the war, she moved to Munich and resumed her acting career. Schnering was known for her versatility and appeared in a wide range of genres, including comedies, dramas, and historical films. In addition to her work in film and theater, Schnering also did voice-over work for radio and television. She was regarded as one of Germany's most versatile and talented actresses of her time.