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Henny Porten

Acting

Born January 7, 1890 · Magdeburg, Germany

Died October 15, 1960

Also known as Хенни Портен · Frieda Ulricke Porten

Biography

Frieda Ulricke "Henny" Porten (7 January 1890 – 15 October 1960) was a German actress and film producer of the silent era, and Germany's first major film star. She appeared in more than 170 films between 1906 and 1955.

Awards & recognition

  • Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

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