Hungarian actresses born in 1911
Here are 5 famous actresses from Hungary were born in 1911:
Illona Wieselmann
Illona Wieselmann (December 29, 1911 Sopron-December 2, 1963 Denmark) was a Hungarian actor.
Born in what is now Hungary, Illona Wieselmann began her acting career in the early 1930s. She appeared in many films throughout her career, both in Hungary and internationally. Wieselmann's notable film credits include "The White Disease" (1937), "Their Last Promise" (1942), and "We Were a Handful" (1957). She also worked in theater, performing in productions at the famous Vígszínház theater in Budapest. In addition to her acting career, Wieselmann was also a talented singer and dancer. She passed away in Denmark in 1963 at the age of 52.
Mária Tasnádi Fekete
Mária Tasnádi Fekete (November 16, 1911 Petrila-March 16, 2001 Munich) also known as Maria von Tasnady, Maria De Tasnady, Tasnádi Mária, Tasnády Fekete Mária or Tasnády Mária was a Hungarian actor, singer and radio announcer. She had one child, Anasztázia Duday.
Mária Tasnádi Fekete began her acting career in 1932, appearing in various Hungarian films, including the acclaimed drama "Emberek a havason" (People on the Mountain) in 1942. She also performed on stage and in operettas, becoming known for her soprano singing voice. In addition, she worked as a radio announcer for the Hungarian Radio station.
Tasnádi Fekete's career was interrupted during World War II, when she was forced to flee Hungary due to her Jewish heritage. She found refuge in Switzerland, where she continued to perform in stage productions and began teaching music.
After the war, she returned to Hungary and resumed her acting career, but once again fled the country following the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. She settled in Munich, Germany, where she continued to act in both film and theater productions.
Throughout her career, Tasnádi Fekete appeared in over 50 films and was recognized with numerous awards for her contributions to Hungarian culture. She passed away in Munich in 2001 at the age of 89.
Manyi Kiss
Manyi Kiss (March 12, 1911 Florești, Cluj-March 29, 1971 Budapest) otherwise known as Margit Kiss was a Hungarian actor.
She was born into a family of actors and began her career on stage in the 1930s. She eventually transitioned to film acting in the 1940s and appeared in numerous Hungarian movies throughout her career. Kiss was well-known for her versatility and ability to play a wide range of characters, from comedic to dramatic roles. She was also a trained dancer and often incorporated her skills into her performances. Despite her successful career, Kiss faced challenges during the Communist era in Hungary and was subjected to government censorship. She passed away in Budapest in 1971 at the age of 60.
Eva Fenyvessy
Eva Fenyvessy (October 31, 1911 Sombor-July 21, 2009 Budapest) also known as Éva Fenyvessy was a Hungarian actor.
She began her career in theater, performing in numerous productions in Hungary before transitioning to film in the 1930s. Fenyvessy appeared in over 80 films throughout her career, becoming a prominent figure in Hungarian cinema. She was a talented character actor with a gift for comedy, but she also took on dramatic roles with ease. Some of her notable film appearances include "Háry János," "Mágnás Miska," and "Szent Péter esernyője."
In addition to her film work, Fenyvessy was also a frequent presence on Hungarian television. She made her debut on TV in the 1960s and continued to appear in various programs and series over the following decades. She was known for her warm and engaging personality, and she remained a beloved figure in Hungarian entertainment until her death in 2009.
Emmi Buttykay
Emmi Buttykay (May 4, 1911 Budapest-July 5, 1957 London) also known as Emmi Buttykai or Buttykai Emmi was a Hungarian actor.
She was known for her roles in several Hungarian films in the 1930s and 1940s, including "The White Stork" (1930) and "The Jester's Daughter" (1941). Buttykay's acting career was cut short by World War II and the Nazi occupation of Hungary, during which she was forced to go into hiding.
After the war, Buttykay continued to act in films and on stage, but she was also involved in politics and social issues. She was an advocate for women's rights and was a member of the Hungarian Women's Association. In 1949, she fled Hungary when the Communist government took power.
Buttykay eventually settled in London, where she continued to act in films and on stage. She worked with the Royal Shakespeare Company and appeared in several British television dramas. However, she struggled with depression and alcoholism, and died of a drug overdose in 1957 at the age of 46.