American-South African actress
Born: August 11, 1965
Embeth Davidtz is an American-South African actress known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theater. Born on August 11, 1965, in Lafayette, Indiana, USA, she moved to South Africa with her family at a young age. Davidtz began her acting career in South Africa, where she gained recognition for her role in the play A Chain of Voices.
Her breakthrough came with the role of Helen Hirsch in Steven Spielberg’s Schindler’s List (1993), where she played a Jewish maid working for a Nazi officer. This role established her in Hollywood and led to roles in films such as Matilda (1996), where she portrayed Miss Honey, and The Bicentennial Man (1999).
Davidtz has also made a mark on television, with notable roles in series like Mad Men, where she played Rebecca Pryce, and Ray Donovan, where she portrayed Sonia Kovitzky. Her ability to bring depth to complex characters has earned her critical acclaim.
Beyond her acting career, Davidtz has been open about her battle with breast cancer, sharing her experiences to raise awareness. She continues to be an admired figure in the entertainment industry, known for her talent and resilience.
Embeth Davidtz’s 5 most popular quotes
- What’s right for most people in most situations isn’t right for everyone in every situation. Real morality lies in following one’s own heart.
- The smartest people I know have that extra edge. The risk is always there that youll look terribly undignified and slobbering, and inside I cringe about that, but I should be more aggressive.
- I don’t mean to sound grandiose, but there’s something universal that you tap into with films like Feast of July and Schindler’s List. You know they aren’t make-believe. They illustrate something about life. This is my major concern whenever I select a film.
- I was amazed at the rosy glow that can be around one when youre in a film thats done well.
- I’ve accepted I can’t rely on my work alone; I must market myself. The truly spectacular roles do go to the girls who actively promote their popularity.
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