Lea Seidl

Lea Seidl

Deceased · Born: Aug 22, 1895 · Died: Jan 4, 1987

Personal Details

BornAug 22, 1895 Vienna, Austria-Hungary [now Austria]

Biography

Lea Seidl, a renowned Austrian-born actress, entered this world on August 22, 1895, in the culturally rich city of Vienna, which was then part of Austria-Hungary, but is now an independent country. Her remarkable acting career spanned numerous decades, during which she appeared in a plethora of productions, including the iconic 1956 film adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's timeless novel, War and Peace. Her impressive repertoire also included the 1955 cinematic interpretation of Christopher Isherwood's semi-autobiographical novel, I Am a Camera. Furthermore, her talent was showcased on the small screen through her appearances on the esteemed BBC Sunday-Night Theatre, a popular television program that aired from 1950 to 1961. After a life filled with artistic expression and dedication, Lea Seidl passed away on January 4, 1987, in the vibrant city of London, England, UK.

Career

1968
Great Catherine
Great Catherine as Grand Duchess
1956
War and Peace
War and Peace as Countess Rostov
1955
I Am a Camera
I Am a Camera as Fräulein Schneider