Swiss movie stars died at 65
Here are 2 famous actresses from Switzerland died at 65:
Milla Davenport
Milla Davenport (February 4, 1871 Zürich-May 17, 1936 Los Angeles) also known as Millie Davenport was a Swiss actor.
She began her career in the theater in Zurich before moving to the United States in 1893. She made her American stage debut in New York and became known for her comedic roles, often playing flirtatious and coquettish characters. Davenport appeared in several successful Broadway productions, including "The Waffle Woman," "Madame Sherry," and "The School for Scandal." She also acted in silent films, making her debut in "The House of Secrets" in 1929. Throughout her career, Davenport was known for her distinctive looks, with her bobbed hair and heavy eye makeup becoming somewhat of a trademark. She continued to act in films until her death in Los Angeles in 1936.
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Thelma Furness, Viscountess Furness
Thelma Furness, Viscountess Furness (August 23, 1904 Lucerne-January 29, 1970 New York City) also known as Lady Furness or Thelma Morgan was a Swiss actor. She had one child, William Anthony Furness, 2nd Viscount Furness.
In addition to her acting career, Thelma Furness was known for her socialite status and romantic relationships with wealthy and influential men. She was a friend of Wallis Simpson, who later became the Duchess of Windsor, and it was rumored that Furness had a romantic relationship with Edward VIII before he abdicated the throne to marry Simpson. Furness also had a relationship with the movie star Cary Grant, but they eventually ended their romance when Grant married someone else. Despite the ups and downs of her personal life, Furness remained a well-regarded figure in high society and continued to act in films throughout the 1930s.
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