Hungarian actresses born in 1910
Here are 5 famous actresses from Hungary were born in 1910:
Steffi Duna
Steffi Duna (February 8, 1910 Budapest-April 22, 1992 Beverly Hills) also known as Stephanie Berindey was a Hungarian dancer and actor. Her children are called Julianna Benito and James O'Keefe.
Steffi Duna began performing in cabarets in Budapest in her teenage years and eventually became a featured dancer at the Folies Bergère in Paris. She went on to perform in Broadway productions such as "The Band Wagon" and "Laffing Room Only" before transitioning to Hollywood films in the 1930s.
Duna appeared in over 30 films throughout her career, including "Modern Times" with Charlie Chaplin and "The Buccaneer" with Fredric March. She was also featured in several popular musicals, such as "The Firefly" and "Sweet Adeline."
In addition to her successful career in entertainment, Duna was an avid artist and became well-known for her paintings and sculptures. She passed away in 1992 at the age of 82.
Ilona Massey
Ilona Massey (June 16, 1910 Budapest-August 20, 1974 Bethesda) a.k.a. Ilona Hajmássy, Ilona von Hajmassy, Ilona Hagymasi or The new Dietrich was a Hungarian actor and opera singer.
Ilona Massey began her career as a singer in Europe and gained international fame when she moved to Hollywood in the 1930s. Massey starred in a number of films, including "Balalaika" (1939) and "Frankie and Johnny" (1949), but her career was interrupted by World War II. During the war, Massey entertained American troops and continued to perform on the radio. After the war, she appeared in Broadway shows and on television in the 1950s. Massey was known for her stunning beauty and her powerful soprano voice, and she remains an icon of Hungarian and Hollywood culture.
Zsuzsa Simon
Zsuzsa Simon (October 24, 1910 Oradea-May 27, 1996 Budapest) was a Hungarian actor and voice actor. She had one child, Zsuzsa Mányai.
Simon began her career as an actor in the 1930s and went on to become a prominent figure in the Hungarian film industry, appearing in over 35 films. She was especially popular for her comedic roles and has been lauded for her performances in films such as "Hyppolit, the Butler" (1931) and "The Little Princess" (1939). In addition to her work in film, Simon was also a prolific voice actor, dubbing foreign films into Hungarian. Some of her most notable voice performances include the Hungarian-dubbing of "Gone with the Wind" (1939) and "The Wizard of Oz" (1939). Simon's career spanned over six decades and she was recognized for her contributions to Hungarian cinema with a number of awards, including the Order of the Artist and the Kossuth Prize.
Katalin Karády
Katalin Karády (December 8, 1910 Budapest-February 8, 1990 New York City) also known as Karady Katalin, Katalin Kanczler or Karády Katalin was a Hungarian singer and actor.
She became a popular performer in Hungary and was one of the most prominent entertainers of the pre-World War II era. Her unique voice and dramatic style captivated audiences and she earned a reputation as a true superstar. Karády appeared in several films during her career, including the 1947 film "The Strangling" which was banned in Hungary due to its political themes. After the war, Karády left Hungary and lived in Switzerland and later in the United States. Despite her success, her career was hampered due to political controversies and her association with members of the Communist party. She continued to perform throughout her life and remained an iconic figure in Hungarian entertainment history. Karády is remembered as a trailblazer who broke traditional gender roles and paved the way for future generations of female artists.
Olga Eszenyi
Olga Eszenyi (January 27, 1910 Brașov-April 1, 1992 São Paulo) was a Hungarian actor.
She was known for her dramatic roles in theatre and film. Eszenyi started her acting career in Hungary in the 1930s and became a prominent stage actress in Budapest. She made her film debut in the 1940s and starred in a number of films throughout the decade.
In the 1950s, Eszenyi migrated to Brazil with her husband, the Hungarian film director Steve Sekely. She continued to act in films and theatre productions in Brazil, becoming a popular figure in the country's cultural scene. Eszenyi was also a passionate advocate for Hungarian culture and heritage, and was involved in promoting Hungarian arts and traditions in Brazil.
Eszenyi's career spanned several decades and she received critical acclaim for her performances in both Hungary and Brazil. She was awarded the Hungarian State Artist award in 1972 in recognition of her contribution to Hungarian culture.
Olga Eszenyi passed away in São Paulo, Brazil in 1992 at the age of 82.