Bibi Besch - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	February 01, 1940
Died	September 07, 1996 (age 56)
Birthplace	Vienna, Austria
Zodiac Sign	Aquarius - (see also Bibi Besch's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Rabbit
Generation	Silent Generation
Known For	Actress known for her roles in 'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan,' 'Steel Magnolias,' and recurring appearances on television series such as 'The Golden Girls' and 'Northern Exposure.'

Intro

Bibi Besch was an Austrian-American actress best known for her work in film, television, and theater. She was notable for her performances in major movies such as 'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan' and her Emmy-nominated roles on television.

Early Life & Background

Bibi Besch was born in Vienna, Austria, in 1940. She was the daughter of Gusti Huber, a prominent Austrian actress, and Gotfrid Koopman, a radio executive. After World War II, she emigrated with her mother to the United States and became a naturalized citizen.

Career Highlights

• Nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for her guest role in 'The Day After' (1983) and a Daytime Emmy for 'Doing Time on Maple Drive' (1992).
• Her famous film roles include Carol Marcus in 'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan' (1982) and appearances in 'Steel Magnolias' (1989).
• She had recurring TV roles on shows like 'The Golden Girls,' 'Falcon Crest,' and 'Northern Exposure.'

Trivia

• Bibi Besch was the daughter of Gusti Huber, a noted Austrian actress who also appeared in American films.
• She was the mother of actress Samantha Mathis.

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Sources

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bibi_Besch
2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0078442/