German-American actress and singer
Born: December 27, 1901
Died: May 6, 1992
Marlene Dietrich (1901–1992) was a German-American actress and singer, born on December 27, 1901, in Berlin, Germany. Renowned for her sultry voice, glamorous presence, and androgynous style, Dietrich became an international icon of allure and sophistication.
She gained fame in the 1930 film “The Blue Angel,” directed by Josef von Sternberg. Dietrich’s career soared with roles in Hollywood classics like “Morocco” (1930), “Shanghai Express” (1932), and “Destry Rides Again” (1939). Her distinct contralto voice also led to a successful singing career, marked by hits like “Falling in Love Again.”
Notably, Dietrich defied gender norms and challenged societal expectations, often donning androgynous attire that became her signature look. During World War II, she took a stand against the Nazis, becoming a symbol of anti-fascism and entertaining Allied troops on the front lines.
In the post-war years, Dietrich continued her versatile career, embracing stage performances and cabaret. She received numerous accolades, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1947. Marlene Dietrich passed away on May 6, 1992, leaving behind a legacy as an influential and trailblazing figure in the entertainment industry.
Marlene Dietrich’s 5 most popular quotes
- Careful grooming may take twenty years off a woman’s age, but you can’t fool a flight of stairs.
- Being in the depths of sadness is just as important an experience as being exuberantly happy.
- Champagne makes you feel like it’s Sunday and better days are just around the corner.
- Words can bruise and break hearts and minds as well. There are no black and blue marks, no broken bones to put in plaster casts, and therefore no prison bars for the offender.
- I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognized wiser than oneself.
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