Marlene Dietrich
Marlene Dietrich is one of the most recognized Nazi Germany Actors of the Silent Generation generation, remembered for a career spanning 72 years.
German and American actress and singer (1901–1992)
"Marlene Dietrich's breakthrough came with Josef von Sternberg's 1930 film "The Blue Angel," where her portrayal of Lola Lola launched her international career." — About Marlene Dietrich
| Metric | Marlene Dietrich | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 90 | 53 | +37 yrs |
| Height | 168cm (5'6") | 119cm | +49cm |
| Career length | 72 yrs | ~35 yrs | +37 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Marlene Dietrich
Did you know that Marlene Dietrich became a U.S. citizen in 1939, publicly denouncing Nazism and dedicating her war efforts to entertaining Allied troops?
- She famously refused Hitler's personal offers to return to Germany and become a leading star of the Third Reich.
- During WWII, she performed for Allied troops on the front lines, often in dangerous, war-torn conditions.
- She was renowned for her androgynous style, frequently wearing tuxedos and men's clothing on and off screen.
- She maintained a complex personal life with numerous high-profile affairs, including with both men and women.
- She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by the U.S. and the Légion d'honneur by France.
Marlene Dietrich's breakthrough came with Josef von Sternberg's 1930 film "The Blue Angel," where her portrayal of Lola Lola launched her international career. This led to her immediate move to Hollywood, where she and Sternberg crafted her iconic, glamorous, and often subversive screen persona in films like "Morocco" and "Shanghai Express."
Marlene Dietrich remains an enduring icon of glamour, style, and independent womanhood, celebrated for her defiant stance against Nazism and her fearless exploration of gender fluidity in her public image.