German actresses who deceased in 1955
Here are 2 famous actresses from Germany died in 1955:
Sybille Schmitz
Sybille Schmitz (December 2, 1909 Düren-April 13, 1955 Munich) was a German actor.
Schmitz was known for her captivating performances in German cinema during the 1930s and 1940s. She started her career in the entertainment industry as a stage actress in Berlin but soon transitioned to the film industry. Her breakthrough role was in the film "Zwei Menschen" (Two People) which was directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer in 1930. Schmitz was known for her versatility and portrayed a wide range of characters in her movies.
Despite her talent, Schmitz's career was hindered by her personal life. She struggled with mental health issues and reportedly had several nervous breakdowns during her career. She also had a troubled love life and was involved in a scandalous affair with the Nazi propaganda chief, Joseph Goebbels. This led to her blacklisting in the German film industry.
Schmitz tragically took her own life in 1955 at the age of 45. Despite her short and turbulent career, she is remembered as a talented and enigmatic actress who made a significant impact on German cinema.
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Gretchen Lederer
Gretchen Lederer (May 23, 1891 Cologne-December 20, 1955 Anaheim) also known as Gretchen Schwallenback was a German actor. She had one child, LeRoy Lederer.
Gretchen Lederer began her acting career in Germany, appearing in several silent films. In 1923, she immigrated to the United States with her husband, Screenwriter Charles Lederer. She continued to act in films, appearing in both silent and talkies. Some of her notable roles include Mrs. Schmidt in "The Jazz Singer" (1927), and Frau Hammerschlag in "Ninotchka" (1939). Lederer also worked as a dialogue coach and helped other actresses, such as Greta Garbo, master their English lines. Lederer was known for her accent and often played German or European characters in films. Despite her success in the film industry, Lederer struggled with depression and alcoholism. She passed away at the age of 64.
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