Italian movie actresses born in the year 1905
Here are 9 famous actresses from Italy were born in 1905:
Olga Navarro
Olga Navarro (June 3, 1905 Venice-January 25, 1993 São Paulo) was an Italian actor.
She mainly worked in Brazil, where she became a well-known stage and television actress. Navarro started her career in Italy, appearing in several films in the 1920s and 1930s. She also acted on stage, notably touring Europe with the Commedia dell'arte company led by Andreina Pagnani.
In the late 1940s, Navarro moved to Brazil with her Brazilian husband, director Flavio Rangel. There, she continued her career in theater and television, becoming one of the most respected actresses in the country. She worked with renowned directors such as Gianni Ratto and Antunes Filho and performed in plays by authors such as Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller.
Navarro also acted in several Brazilian films, including the iconic Cinema Novo movie "Vidas Secas" (Barren Lives), directed by Nelson Pereira dos Santos. In 1990, she received the prestigious Mambembe Award for her contributions to the Brazilian theater.
Edda Soligo
Edda Soligo (July 17, 1905 Florence-March 2, 1984 Rome) also known as Elda Soligo or E. Soligo was an Italian actor.
Edda Soligo began her acting career on stage and later transitioned to film in the 1930s. She became a popular actress in Italian cinema during the 1940s and 1950s, starring in over 50 films throughout her career. Some of her most notable roles were in films such as "Senza cielo" (1940), "La danza dei milioni" (1940), and "La Cena delle Beffe" (1942). Soligo often played supporting roles, but was praised for her ability to bring depth to her characters. In addition to acting, Soligo was also a writer and director. She wrote and directed her first film, "Due cuori sotto sequestro" in 1953. Edda Soligo's contributions to the Italian film industry earned her the nickname "the Matron of Italian cinema."
Carla Mignone
Carla Mignone (February 6, 1905 Alessandria-September 22, 1980 Nepi) a.k.a. Milly, Milli Monti, Carla Emilia Mignone or Milly Monti was an Italian actor and singer.
She started her career in the 1920s as a singer, performing in various revues and cabarets across Italy. In the 1930s, she began acting in films, becoming a popular actress in Italian cinema. She appeared in over 60 films throughout her career, working with notable directors such as Federico Fellini and Roberto Rossellini. In addition to her acting and singing career, Mignone was also a writer, publishing several books on poetry and short stories. She was known for her lively personality and sense of humor both on and off screen. Mignone retired from acting in the 1960s and lived out the rest of her life in Nepi.
Ester Carloni
Ester Carloni (January 27, 1905 Guardiagrele-April 6, 1996 Rome) also known as Esther Carloni, Esterina Carloni or Ester Carlone was an Italian actor.
She began her acting career in 1923, performing on various stages across Italy. Carloni became well-known for her performances in comedic roles, and later gained popularity in radio dramas and films. She appeared in over 80 films throughout her career, working with renowned Italian directors such as Federico Fellini, Luchino Visconti, and Vittorio De Sica. Carloni was known for her versatility as an actor, playing a range of characters from dramatic to comedic roles. She was nominated for the Nastro d'Argento award for Best Supporting Actress in 1947 for her role in the film "Teresa Venerdì". Despite retiring from acting in the early 1970s, Carloni remained a prominent figure in the Italian entertainment industry, and was awarded the "Cavaliere" (Knight) order of the Italian Republic for her contributions to the arts.
Anita Farra
Anita Farra (July 15, 1905 Venice-August 4, 2008 Predappio) was an Italian actor, voice actor and screenwriter.
She made her acting debut in 1925 with the film "Il ventre di Amore" (The Belly of Love). Farra is best known for her work in Italian cinema during the 1930s and 1940s, appearing in films such as "Assenza ingiustificata" (1939), "La corona di ferro" (1941) and "Ossessione" (1943).
In addition to her acting career, Farra was a prolific voice actor and dubber. She lent her voice to numerous foreign films that were dubbed into Italian and was also known for dubbing the voices of famous Hollywood actresses such as Ginger Rogers and Jean Harlow.
Farra also had a talent for screenwriting and co-wrote the screenplay for the 1951 film "Fuga nella nebbia" (Escape in the Fog).
She lived to be 103 years old and was one of the oldest living actors in the world before her passing in 2008.
Vanda Osiris
Vanda Osiris (June 3, 1905 Rome-November 12, 1994 Milan) also known as Vanda Osiri, Wanda Osiris or Anna Menzio was an Italian actor.
She appeared in both Italian and Hollywood films in the 1930s and 40s, and was known for her glamorous and exotic look. Osiris started her career as a dancer in Paris, and went on to perform on stage in both Europe and the United States. She also worked as a singer and cabaret performer, and was particularly popular in the 1920s and 30s. Despite her success, Osiris retired from acting in the early 1950s to focus on her family life. She lived the rest of her life in Milan, where she died at the age of 89.
Elena Nicolai
Elena Nicolai (January 24, 1905 Lesichovo municipality-October 23, 1993 Milan) otherwise known as Stoyanka Savova Nikolova, Elena Nicolay or Elena Stojanka Savova Nikolova was an Italian singer and actor.
Elena Nicolai was born in Bulgaria and moved to Italy in 1933 to pursue her career in music. She quickly gained recognition for her powerful and expressive soprano voice, which made her a popular performer in both opera and contemporary music. Nicolai became particularly well known for her performances in Italian operas, such as Verdi's "Nabucco" and "Aida," as well as Puccini's "Madama Butterfly."
Aside from her successful career in music, Nicolai also appeared in a number of films in the 1950s and 60s, including "Il Cantante Misterioso" and "Tuppe tuppe, Marescià!" She was also a vocal coach later in life, mentoring many young singers and helping to develop their talents.
Nicolai was awarded the title of Knight of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic in 1962 for her contributions to Italian culture. She passed away in Milan in 1993 at the age of 88.
Maria Saccenti
Maria Saccenti (May 15, 1905 Arce, Italy-February 6, 1994 Jerusalem) was an Italian actor and voice actor.
Maria Saccenti began her acting career in Italy during the 1920s and 1930s, appearing in several Italian films. She was also a talented voice actor and dubbed the voices of many Hollywood actresses for Italian audiences. In 1951, she emigrated to Israel with her husband and continued her acting career on stage and in Israeli films. She was a member of the Habima Theatre for many years and received critical acclaim for her performances in productions such as "A Streetcar Named Desire" and "The Glass Menagerie". Maria Saccenti was also a teacher of drama and acting and influenced many young performers during her career. She passed away in Jerusalem in 1994 at the age of 88.
Ines Ciaschetti
Ines Ciaschetti (January 22, 1905 San Martino Buon Albergo-August 6, 2004 Bologna) was an Italian actor.
She began her acting career in the 1920s and appeared in numerous films throughout the 1930s and 1940s. Ines was known for her versatility and often played a range of characters from supporting roles to leading lady. Her most notable performances include "Maddalena, Zero for Conduct," "Nicoletta," and "Maracatumba... ma non è una rumba!"
In addition to her film career, Ines also worked in the theatre and was a member of the Italian Commedia dell'Arte company. She received critical acclaim for her performances in stage productions of "The Miser," "The Barber of Seville," and "The Marriage of Figaro."
Throughout her career, Ines maintained a low profile and rarely gave interviews. She retired from acting in the 1950s but continued to be a beloved figure in the Italian film and theatre industry. She passed away in 2004 at the age of 99, leaving behind a legacy as one of Italy's most talented and respected actors.