Ilka Grüning

Ilka Grüning

Deceased · Born: Sep 4, 1876 · Died: Nov 11, 1964

Personal Details

BornSep 4, 1876 Vienna, Austria-Hungary [now Austria]

Biography

Ilka Grüning, a renowned actress of considerable talent, was born on September 4, 1876, in the vibrant city of Vienna, Austria-Hungary, a region that would later become part of Austria.

Grüning's impressive acting career spanned many years, during which she appeared in a variety of productions, including the 1919 film adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's classic play, Peer Gynt.

In addition to her work in film, Grüning also appeared on stage, showcasing her impressive range and versatility as an actress. One notable example of her stage work is the 1920 production of Figaros Hochzeit.

Grüning's professional journey took her to the United States, where she continued to act in films, including the 1948 production of Words and Music.

Sadly, Ilka Grüning's life came to a close on November 11, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a lasting impact on the world of acting.

Career

1951
Passage West
Passage West as Mama Ludwig
1950
Captain China
Captain China as Mrs. Marguerite Haasvelt
Convicted
Convicted as Martha Lorry (uncredited)
1949
The Great Sinner
The Great Sinner as Pauline's Duenna (uncredited)
Mr. Soft Touch
Mr. Soft Touch as Old Woman (Uncredited)
Caught
Caught as Grandmother Rudetzki (uncredited)
1948
A Foreign Affair
A Foreign Affair as German Wife (uncredited)
Words and Music
Words and Music as Mrs. Rogers
1947
Desperate
Desperate as Aunt Klara
1944
Address Unknown
Address Unknown as Grandma (uncredited)
1943
Madame Curie
Madame Curie as Seamstress (uncredited)
1942
Friendly Enemies
Friendly Enemies as Mrs. Pfeffier
Desperate Journey
Desperate Journey as Frau Brahms
Casablanca
Casablanca as Mrs. Leuchtag - Carl's Immigrating Friend (uncredited)
1941
Underground
Underground as Frau Franken
1926
Secrets of a Soul
Secrets of a Soul as Die Mutter
1924
Finances of the Grand Duke
Finances of the Grand Duke as Augustina, die Leibköchin
1922
The Phantom
The Phantom as Baronin / Baroness