Olga Tschechowa
Russian-German actress whose prolific screen career across silent and sound European cinema made her one of the era's most recognizable international film personalities.
What do we know about Olga Tschechowa?
Here are the key biographical details about Olga Tschechowa:
- Name: Olga Tschechowa
- Also Known As: Olga Chekhova, Olga Chekova, Olga Tchekowa
- Date of Birth: April 12, 1897
- Place of Birth: Aleksandropol, Erivan Governorate, Russian Empire [now Gyumri, Armenia]
- Date of Death: March 9, 1980
- Gender: Female
- Job Title: Actor
- Crew Jobs: Producer, Director
Who is Olga Tschechowa?
Olga Konstantinovna Tschechowa (Russian: Ольга Константиновна Чехова; born Knipper; 14 April 1897 – 9 March 1980) was a Russian-German actress. She was born in Aleksandropol, Erivan Governorate, Russian Empire or now known as Gyumri, Armenia. Her film roles include the female lead in Alfred Hitchcock's Mary (1931).
What is Olga Tschechowa known for?
With over 130 credits, Olga Tschechowa's most celebrated screen appearances include:
- The Haunted Castle (1921, Movie)
- Liebelei (1933, Movie)
- Mary (1931, Movie)
- The Italian Straw Hat (1928, Movie)
- The Three from the Filling Station (1930, Movie)
- Moulin Rouge (1928, Movie)
- Frühling auf Immenhof (1974, Movie)
- Masquerade in Vienna (1934, Movie)
- The Twins from Immenhof (1973, Movie)
- U47 - Kapitänleutnant Prien (1958, Movie)
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