Polish movie actresses born in the year 1943
Here are 8 famous actresses from Poland were born in 1943:
Jolanta Zykun
Jolanta Zykun (November 11, 1943 Warsaw-) is a Polish actor. Her children are called Dominika Dobrowolska and Aleksandra Dobrowolska.
Jolanta Zykun initially trained as a dental technician before pursuing her passion for acting. She graduated from the Aleksander Zelwerowicz National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw in 1966 and began her acting career in the theatre. Zykun has worked with many of Poland's top theatre companies and directors, including Jerzy Grotowski's Laboratory Theatre.
In addition to her work in theatre, Zykun has also appeared in numerous films and TV shows. Some of her notable film credits include "Blind Chance" (1981), "The Double Life of Veronique" (1991), and "The Pianist" (2002). She has also received critical acclaim for her performances in TV series such as "Zmiennicy" and "Biała wizytówka."
Throughout her career, Zykun has received several awards and honors for her contributions to Polish culture, including the Officer's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta and the Gloria Artis Medal for Cultural Merit.
Gisela Hahn
Gisela Hahn (May 13, 1943 Wąbrzeźno-) also known as Gisela Hann, Gisela Drenkhan, Gisella Hahn or Gisèle Hahn is a Polish actor.
She is known for her work in German television and film, having appeared in numerous popular TV series and movies, including "Tatort", "Der Alte", and "Wilsberg", among others. Hahn began her acting career in the 1960s and quickly gained recognition for her talent and range. She has received numerous awards and nominations for her work, including the Bambi Award for Best Actress in a Television Series. Hahn is also known for her stage work, having performed in numerous productions throughout her career. In addition to her work in the arts, Hahn is a passionate animal rights activist and philanthropist. She has supported various organizations and causes over the years and has even been named a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme.
Irena Karel
Irena Karel (August 10, 1943 Lviv-) is a Polish actor.
She graduated from the State Higher School of Theatre in Kraków. In her early career, she appeared in various theatrical productions, including Shakespeare's "The Tempest" and "The Winter's Tale." She is also well-known for her film roles, such as her performance in "Nights and Days," for which she won the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival in 1975. Karel has also been recognized for her work in television, particularly in the series "Janosik," in which she played the character of Agnieszka. Throughout her career, she has been awarded numerous accolades, including the Officer's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta and the Gloria Artis Gold Medal for Cultural Merit.
Ewa Decówna
Ewa Decówna (June 23, 1943 Rypin-) also known as Ewa Dec is a Polish actor and voice actor.
She graduated from the Ludwik Solski Academy for the Dramatic Arts in Kraków in 1966. She began her acting career in the same year at the Teatr Wybrzeże in Gdańsk. Decówna has appeared in numerous films, television series, and theater productions throughout her career. She is best known for her roles in Polish films such as "Man of Marble" (1977), "Man of Iron" (1981), and "The Double Life of Veronique" (1991). She has also provided voiceover work for popular animated films including "Toy Story" and "Shrek". Decówna has received numerous awards for her work in film and theater, including the Order of Polonia Restituta and the Gloria Artis Medal for Cultural Merit.
Elzbieta Starostecka
Elzbieta Starostecka (October 6, 1943 Gmina Rogów-) a.k.a. Elżbieta Starostecka is a Polish actor. She has two children, Kamil Jerzy Korcz and Anna Maria Korcz.
Elzbieta Starostecka began her acting career in the 1960s, starting with roles in student films and television series. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Hannah Rosenberg in the 1974 Polish historical drama "The Deluge". Starostecka has also appeared in numerous other films and TV shows, including "The Cruise", "The Promised Land", and "Cicha noc". In addition to her acting career, she has also worked as a stage director and drama teacher. Starostecka has received multiple awards for her contributions to Polish cinema, including the Order of Polonia Restituta and the Gloria Artis Medal for Cultural Merit.
Janina Borońska
Janina Borońska (June 16, 1943 Łódź-) also known as Janina Boronska or Janina Boronska-Lagwa is a Polish actor. She has one child, Jacek Łągwa.
Janina Borońska began her acting career in the 1960s and quickly rose to fame for her exceptional talent. She worked with some of the most renowned Polish directors, including Andrzej Wajda and Krzysztof Zanussi. Her notable film credits include "Pearls of the Deep" (1966), "Everything for Sale" (1969), and "In Broad Daylight" (1971), among many others. Borońska also performed on stage in various theatrical productions, earning critical acclaim for her outstanding performances. In addition to her acting career, Borońska was also a committed political activist during the communist regime in Poland. She was involved in the Solidarity movement and played a significant role in promoting human rights and democracy in her country. Borońska remains an icon in Polish cinema and continues to inspire generations of aspiring actors with her talent and dedication to social causes.
Elzbieta Karkoszka
Elzbieta Karkoszka (March 17, 1943 Ścięgna, Łódź Voivodeship-) also known as Elzbieta Karkoska or Elizabeth Karkoszka is a Polish actor. Her child is called Karolina Stefanska.
Elzbieta Karkoszka started her acting career in the 1970s, appearing in films such as "The Promised Land" and "How I Unleashed World War II." She also acted in numerous TV series and theater productions. Karkoszka was awarded the Medal for Merit to Culture - Gloria Artis in 2008 for her contributions to Polish culture. Apart from acting, she is also known for her philanthropy and has supported causes related to cancer treatment and animal welfare.
Maria Wiłun
Maria Wiłun (September 15, 1943 Grójec-) is a Polish costume designer and actor.
She graduated from the State Higher School of Theatre in Warsaw in 1966. Wiłun has designed costumes for over 50 films and TV shows, including "Pan Tadeusz" (1999) and "Schindler's List" (1993), for which she won an Academy Award. She has also acted in several films, including "The Decalogue" (1989) and "The Pianist" (2002). In addition to her film work, Wiłun has designed costumes for numerous theatre productions in Poland and abroad. She has received many prestigious awards for her work, including the Order of Polonia Restituta, and is considered one of Poland's most significant costume designers.