Polish movie actresses born in the year 1930
Here are 7 famous actresses from Poland were born in 1930:
Krystyna Zachwatowicz
Krystyna Zachwatowicz (May 16, 1930 Warsaw-) a.k.a. Krystyna Anna Zachwatowicz-Wajda, Krystyna Anna Zachwatowicz or Krystyna Zachwatowicz-Wajda is a Polish costume designer, actor and scenographer.
She is best known for her work in the film industry, specifically for her collaborations with renowned Polish director Andrzej Wajda. Zachwatowicz designed the costumes for many of Wajda's films, including "Ashes and Diamonds," "Man of Marble," and "Man of Iron," for which she won numerous awards. In addition to her work in film, Zachwatowicz was also a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, teaching costume design and scenography. She was also an active member of the Polish Scenographers' Association and served as its president for several years. Zachwatowicz's passion for costume design and her attention to detail have made her a highly respected figure in the world of theater and film.
Sylvia Daneel
Sylvia Daneel (June 20, 1930 Warsaw-) also known as Sylvia Daniel is a Polish actor.
She began her acting career in the late 1940s in Poland, primarily in stage productions. In the 1950s, Daneel moved to Germany where she continued to act on stage and in films. She gained widespread recognition for her role in the 1960 film "The Avenger" and went on to appear in several other popular German films and television shows. Daneel also appeared in a few Hollywood films, including "Escape from East Berlin" and "The Heroes of Telemark." In addition to acting, Daneel has also directed and produced several theater productions. She has received numerous awards throughout her career, including the Order of Merit of Berlin and the Order of Merit of North Rhine-Westphalia.
Kalina Jędrusik
Kalina Jędrusik (February 5, 1930 Częstochowa-August 7, 1991 Warsaw) also known as Kalina Jedrusik, Kalina Jedrusik-Dygatowa, Kalyna Dygat Jydrusik or Kalina Jędrusik-Dygat was a Polish singer, actor and cabaret artist.
She began her career in the 1950s and quickly became a prominent figure in Poland's entertainment industry. Jędrusik appeared in numerous films, including "Jak być kochaną" and "Prawo i pięść", and her performances in popular Polish cabarets contributed to her fame. She was known for her distinctive singing voice, often performing songs with a dramatic flair. Jędrusik was also a skilled actress, earning critical acclaim for her roles in plays such as "Włoska noc" and "Król Lear". Despite her success, she experienced personal struggles throughout her life, including a difficult marriage and battles with addiction. She died in 1991 at the age of 61, but her legacy in Polish entertainment continues to endure.
Izabella Olszewska
Izabella Olszewska (January 3, 1930 Wola Rzędzińska-) is a Polish actor. She has one child, Marta Jurasz.
Izabella Olszewska began her acting career in the 1950s and quickly became a prominent figure in the Polish theatre and film industry. She has played a variety of roles, including historical figures such as the Polish queen Jadwiga in the iconic stage play "The Crowned Couple" and the legendary Polish poet Maria Konopnicka in the biopic film "Stars Look Down". Her most famous film role is arguably that of Aunt Jadzia in the 1978 classic comedy "What Will You Do When You Catch Me?". In addition to her prolific acting career, Olszewska has also been involved in theatre directing and has taught acting at the Aleksander Zelwerowicz National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw. She was awarded the Medal for Merit to Culture - Gloria Artis in 2015 for her contributions to Polish culture.
Janina Traczykówna
Janina Traczykówna (May 16, 1930 Włodawa-) also known as Janina Traczyk is a Polish actor.
She began her acting career in the 1950s and became a prominent stage actress in Warsaw's Teatr Narodowy (National Theatre). Traczykówna has also appeared in numerous films and television series throughout her career, earning a reputation as an accomplished character actor. Some of her notable film credits include "Eroica" (1958), "Barwy ochronne" (1977), and "Królowa Bona" (1980). In addition to her work as an actor, Traczykówna has also been involved in the arts as a writer and director. She has received numerous awards for her contributions to Polish culture and continues to be active in the industry to this day.
Barbara Horawianka
Barbara Horawianka (May 14, 1930 Katowice-) is a Polish actor.
She graduated from the Acting Department of the State Higher School of Theatre in Cracow in 1954. In the same year, she made her debut at the Stary Teatr in Kraków. She is known for her roles in films like "Ewa chce spać" (1958), "Three Nights with Sabrina" (1958), and "Jak być kochaną" (1962). Alongside her acting career, she also served as a professor at the State Higher School of Theatre in Cracow for many years. She has been decorated with numerous awards, including the Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta, one of Poland's highest honors.
Halina Dobrowolska
Halina Dobrowolska (April 25, 1930 Vilnius-October 13, 1999 Warsaw) was a Polish actor.
She began her acting career in the 1950s and became well-known for her performances in Polish films and television series, such as "Three Steps on Earth" and "The Four Tank-Men and a Dog". Dobrowolska was also an accomplished stage actor, working in theaters across Poland throughout her career. In addition to her work on stage and screen, she was also a voice actor, lending her voice to Polish dubbing for international films and TV shows. Dobrowolska received numerous awards and nominations for her contributions to Polish cinema and theater. She passed away in 1999 at the age of 69.