Celia Lovsky

Austrian-American actress in film and TV

Celia Lovsky - Austrian-American actress in film and TV
Born

February 21st, 1893
132 years ago

Died

1979
46 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in Austria, this actress gained prominence in American cinema. She performed in several films and television series, achieving recognition for various roles throughout her career. Notably, she participated in the 1950s television series "Star Trek" and the classic film "The Ten Commandments." With a talent for both drama and character acting, her contributions spanned several decades and showcased her range as a performer. Later in life, she continued to be involved in acting projects until her retirement.

Appeared in "The Ten Commandments"

Acted in the original "Star Trek" series

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