Actresses who died on May 6

Take a focused look at the actresses who passed away on May 6. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1971 Helene Weigel

  Helene Weigel was an Austrian-German actress and artistic director, best known for her work in the theatre and for her marriage and professional partnership with playwright Bertolt Brecht. She played a crucial role in the development and direction of the Berliner Ensemble, one of Germany's most influential theatre companies. [bio]

• 1992 Marlene Dietrich

  Marlene Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer, renowned for her glamorous persona and distinctive voice. Emerging as a star in Weimar Germany, she achieved international fame after moving to Hollywood, becoming a symbol of sophistication and independence. Dietrich was known not only for her performances on screen and stage, but also for her anti-Nazi activism and support of Allied … [bio]

• 1993 Ann Todd

  Ann Todd was an acclaimed English actress and producer, best known for her performances in mid-20th-century British cinema, especially her collaborations with director David Lean. [bio]