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Elissa Landi

Elissa Landi - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornDecember 06, 1904
BirthplaceVenice, Italy
Zodiac SignSagittarius - (see also Elissa Landi's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForStarring in classic films such as 'The Sign of the Cross' (1932), 'The Count of Monte Cristo' (1934), and her frequent collaborations with major studios such as 20th Century Fox and MGM.

Intro

Elissa Landi was an Italian-born actress best known for her roles in Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s. She often played sophisticated and cultured characters, and was admired for her elegance and style.

Early Life & Background

Elissa Landi was born Elisabeth Marie Christine Kühne von Horstenau in Venice, Italy. She came from a family of Austrian descent. Her early years were spent in Europe, and she received a comprehensive education, reportedly showing interest in both literature and the arts from a young age.

Career Highlights

  • Made her stage debut in Europe before moving to Britain and then Hollywood.
  • Signed a contract with Fox Film Corporation in the early 1930s.
  • Starred in notable films such as 'The Sign of the Cross' (1932), 'The Count of Monte Cristo' (1934), and 'A Passport to Hell' (1932).
  • Worked with famed directors including Cecil B. DeMille.
  • Retired from films in the late 1930s and later became a writer.

Trivia

  • Elissa Landi published several novels and short stories after her retirement from acting.
  • She was reportedly related to European nobility.
  • Her given birth name is Elisabeth Marie Christine Kühne von Horstenau.

FAQs

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When was Elissa Landi born?

Elissa Landi was born the 6 December 1904.

Where is Elissa Landi from?

Venice, Italy.

On Her Birth-Day

About December 6th, 1904, in brief:

  • Day of the week: December 6th, 1904 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Scarecrow Pump directed by Edwin S. Porter

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elissa_Landi
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0484865/