German actresses who deceased in 1957
Here are 2 famous actresses from Germany died in 1957:
Käthe Dorsch
Käthe Dorsch (December 29, 1890 Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz-December 25, 1957 Vienna) a.k.a. Käte Dorsch or Katharina Dorsch was a German actor.
She started her career in Munich and later moved to Berlin where she became a prominent figure in the German theater scene. Dorsch was known for her versatility and ability to play a wide range of roles. She starred in numerous productions, including plays by Shakespeare and Goethe. Dorsch also appeared in films, making her debut in 1931. Despite being offered roles by Hollywood studios, she refused to work in Nazi Germany and was subsequently banned from performing. She moved to Austria and continued to act there until her death in 1957. Dorsch is remembered as one of the greatest German actresses of the 20th century.
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Martha Ziegler
Martha Ziegler (March 20, 1899 Darmstadt-December 2, 1957 Darmstadt) was a German actor.
She began her acting career in 1919, and worked primarily in theaters across Germany. Ziegler's acting style was noted for its depth and intensity, as she brought realism and authenticity to her performances. She was particularly praised for her portrayal of tragic heroines in classical plays. Ziegler also appeared in a number of films, including "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari" and "The Love of Jeanne Ney". However, she is best remembered for her contributions to the theater, where she remains a celebrated figure in German acting history.
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