Marlene Dietrich
Acting
Born 1901-12-27
Died 1992-05-06
Berlin, Germany
98 credits
Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres 1
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame 1
Order of Leopold 1
Knight of the National Order of Merit 1
Awards
Nominated for 1 Academy Award
Academy Awards 1 nominated
- 1931 Best Actress Nominated Morocco
Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres 1 won
- — Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres Won
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame 1 won
- — star on Hollywood Walk of Fame Won
Order of Leopold 1 won
- — Order of Leopold Won
Knight of the National Order of Merit 1 won
- — Knight of the National Order of Merit Won
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Marlene Dietrich (1901–1992) was a German-American actress and singer, widely regarded as one of the most iconic figures of classic Hollywood. She rose to fame in the 1930s with films like The Blue Angel, Shanghai Express, and Destry Rides Again, captivating audiences with her sultry voice, striking beauty, and androgynous style. Known for her ability to reinvent herself, Dietrich transitioned from film star to a celebrated cabaret performer, touring internationally for decades.
Beyond her career, Dietrich was known for her progressive views and unconventional lifestyle. She openly defied gender norms, often wearing men's clothing both on and off-screen, which contributed to her enigmatic persona. Her personal life has long been the subject of speculation, particularly regarding her sexuality. While she was married to Rudolf Sieber, she was rumored to have had relationships with both men and women, including actresses Claudette Colbert and Mercedes de Acosta. Some sources suggest she was part of Hollywood’s so-called “sewing circle,” a network of women engaged in same-sex relationships. However, Dietrich never publicly confirmed these rumors, maintaining an air of mystery that only added to her legendary status.
Her legacy continues to inspire discussions on gender, sexuality, and Hollywood’s golden age.
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Filmography
— top 60 of 98
Acting
59 credits
Tony Awards
German Film Award
Witness for the Prosecution
Sternstunde Kunst
Around the World in 80 Days
Touch of Evil
Judgment at Nuremberg
Paris When It Sizzles
The Blue Angel
Stage Fright
Desire
Morocco
The Spoilers
That's Entertainment! III
Rancho Notorious
Das Jahrhundert des Theaters
Shanghai Express
The Scarlet Empress
Destry Rides Again
Seven Sinners
Dishonored
Legenden
The Monte Carlo Story
A Foreign Affair
Classic Movie Bloopers: Uncensored
Becoming Cary Grant
Blonde Venus
Das Jahrhundert des Kabaretts
Complicated Women
The Flame of New Orleans
Manpower
Angel
Kismet
No Highway in the Sky
Triumph Over Violence
Just a Gigolo
The First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies
Marlene Dietrich: Her Own Song
Breakdowns of 1942
Follow the Boys
The Garden of Allah
Cameraman: The Life and Work of Jack Cardiff
The Century of Icons
Marlene
Going Hollywood: The '30s
Vito
Stardust: The Bette Davis Story
Art of Love
The Song of Songs
Marlene Dietrich: Home Movies
Jigsaw
Why Be Good?: Sexuality & Censorship in Early Cinema
The Devil Is a Woman
The Lady Is Willing
The Tragedy of Love
Martin Roumagnac
Knight Without Armour
Pittsburgh
100 Years of the UFA
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