Acting
Marlene Dietrich
1901-12-27 · Berlin, Germany
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.
Known for
Witness for the Prosecution
Touch of Evil
Judgment at Nuremberg
Around the World in 80 Days
The Blue Angel
Stage Fright
Shanghai Express
Destry Rides Again
Paris When It Sizzles
Morocco
A Foreign Affair
Blonde Venus
The Scarlet Empress
Rancho Notorious
Dishonored
Angel
Movie credits · 92
Marilyn Monroe: The Rise of an Icon
Erich Maria Remarque und Marlene Dietrich - Flucht in die Liebe
Mythos Côte d'Azur - Liebe, Luxus, Leidenschaft
Beautiful Like a Poem
Bodies and Spaces, Fabric and Light
100 Years of the UFA
Becoming Cary Grant
Classic Movie Bloopers: Uncensored
Vito
Cameraman: The Life and Work of Jack Cardiff
Rediscovering John Gilbert
ZEITENBLICKE- Jetzt ist Hallstatt Zeit
Why Be Good?: Sexuality & Censorship in Early Cinema
Stardust: The Bette Davis Story
Coisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova
Hitchcock and 'Stage Fright'
Checking Out: Grand Hotel
Complicated Women
Marlene Dietrich: Her Own Song
The Great Yiddish Love
No Angel: A Life of Marlene Dietrich
The First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies
The Casting Couch
That's Entertainment! III
The Meeting of Two Queens
Nylon Blues: A History of the Nylon Stocking
Eve and Marilyn
Marlene
Going Hollywood: The '30s
Just a Gigolo
I Wish You Love
Ettan gästar: Marlene Dietrich
Triumph Over Violence
Paris When It Sizzles
Where Have All the Flowers Gone?
Black Fox: The Rise and Fall of Adolf Hitler
Judgment at Nuremberg
Touch of Evil
Witness for the Prosecution
The Monte Carlo Story
TV credits · 10
1939: Secrets of Hollywood's Golden Year
The Century of Icons
Das Jahrhundert des Theaters
Das Jahrhundert des Kabaretts
Sternstunde Kunst
Legenden
Storyville
The South Bank Show
Tony Awards
German Film Award
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