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Marlene Dietrich

American actress

Born: Died: American

Marie Magdalene "Marlene" Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1920s Berlin, she performed on the stage and in silent films. Her performance as Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg's The Blue Angel (1930) brought her international acclaim and a contract with Paramount Pictures. Dietrich starred in many Hollywood films, including six roles directed by Sternberg: Morocco (1930) (her only Academy Award nomination), Dishonored (1931), Shanghai Express and Blonde Venus (both 1932), The Scarlet Empress (1934), The Devil Is a Woman (1935). Throughout World War II, she was a high-profile entertainer in the United States.

Notable For

German and American actress

Marlene Dietrich's Historical Timeline

  1. "The Blue Angel" starring Marlene Dietrich in her breakthrough role premieres in Germany

    The Little Napoleon (German: Der kleine Napoleon) is a 1923 German silent historical comedy film directed by Georg Jacoby and starring Egon von Hagen, Paul Heidemann and Harry Liedtke.

  2. Marlene Dietrich dies

    Marlene Dietrich, American american actress, known for german and american actress, died on 1992-05-06.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marlene Dietrich born?
Marlene Dietrich was born on 1901-05-06 (American).
What is Marlene Dietrich known for?
German and American actress
What historical events involved Marlene Dietrich?
Marlene Dietrich was involved in 2 recorded historical events, including "The Blue Angel" starring Marlene Dietrich in her breakthrough role premieres in Germany, Marlene Dietrich dies.
When did Marlene Dietrich die?
Marlene Dietrich died on 1992-01-01.

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