German actresses who deceased in 1969
Here are 4 famous actresses from Germany died in 1969:
Erika Mann
Erika Mann (November 9, 1905 Munich-August 27, 1969 Zürich) a.k.a. Erika Julia Hedwig Mann or Eri was a German screenwriter, actor, comedian, writer and journalist.
She was the eldest daughter of the famous German writer and Nobel laureate Thomas Mann. Erika Mann was an outspoken critic of Nazism and worked tirelessly to expose their hateful ideology through her work. In 1933, she was forced to flee Germany due to her political views and settled in Switzerland. During World War II, she went on to work for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and also became a war correspondent for the United States Office of War Information. After the war, she continued to work as a writer and journalist, and was known for her witty and satirical writing style. In her later years, she also became a prominent advocate for women's rights and worked as a lecturer at the University of Chicago. Erika Mann's legacy as an artist, writer and political activist continues to be celebrated today.
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Ilse Steppat
Ilse Steppat (November 11, 1917 Barmen-December 22, 1969 West Berlin) also known as Jlse Steppat or Ilse Paula Steppat was a German actor.
Ilse Steppat began her acting career in 1938 as a stage actress. She later appeared in numerous films, including "The Longest Day" (1962) and the James Bond film "From Russia with Love" (1963), where she played the villainous character Rosa Klebb. Steppat was known for her versatility and ability to play both comedic and dramatic roles. She was a respected figure in the German theater and film industry, but sadly passed away at the age of 52 during the filming of her last movie "The Boat on the Grass" (1971). Despite her short career, Steppat remains a well-known and respected figure in German cinema history.
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Charlotte Ander
Charlotte Ander (August 14, 1902 Berlin-August 5, 1969 Berlin) otherwise known as Charlotte Perry-Ander or Charlotte Andersch was a German actor.
She began her acting career in the 1920s, appearing in several silent films. In the 1930s, she became a popular actress in Nazi propaganda films, with her most well-known role being in the 1934 film "Hans Westmar", which glorified a Nazi martyr. After World War II, she continued to act in films and on stage, but her career suffered due to her involvement in the Nazi regime. In 1955, she was able to make a comeback with a role in the film "Egon, der Frauenheld" and acted regularly until her death in 1969. She was married to the film director Harald Paulsen from 1935 until his death in 1960.
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Susanne Cramer
Susanne Cramer (December 3, 1936 Frankfurt-January 7, 1969 Hollywood) also known as Susan Cramer or Suzanne Cramer was a German actor. Her child is called Konstanze Lohner.
Susanne Cramer started her acting career in the early 1950s in German productions. She gained critical acclaim for her performances in films such as "The Last Bridge" (1954) and "The Girl Rosemarie" (1958). In 1959, Susanne Cramer moved to Hollywood to expand her career internationally.
In Hollywood, Susanne Cramer was cast in supporting roles in various films such as "The Three Stooges in Orbit" (1962) and "The Secret Invasion" (1964). She also appeared in TV series such as "The Wild Wild West" and "Daniel Boone".
Aside from her acting career, Susanne Cramer was also known for her relationships with high-profile celebrities such as Elvis Presley and Robert Wagner. Sadly, her life was cut short at the age of 32 when she was found dead in her Hollywood home. The cause of her death was reported to be a combination of alcohol and barbiturates.
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