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Elke Sommer - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 05, 1940 |
|---|---|
| Age | 85 |
| Birthplace | Berlin, Germany |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Elke Sommer's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starred in films such as 'A Shot in the Dark', 'The Prize', and 'The Art of Love' during the 1960s, and won a Golden Globe for Most Promising Newcomer – Actress in 1964. |
Intro
Elke Sommer is a German actress, singer, and artist who gained international fame in the 1960s for her roles in European and American films. Known for her beauty and charisma, she became a popular figure in both Hollywood and Europe.
Early Life & Background
Born as Elke Baronin von Schletz in Berlin, Germany, in 1940, Sommer was the daughter of a Lutheran minister. Her family moved to the small town of Erlangen after World War II. She started her career in the late 1950s after being discovered while on vacation in Italy.
Career Highlights
- Won the Golden Globe Award for Most Promising Newcomer – Actress in 1964.
- Starred alongside Peter Sellers in 'A Shot in the Dark' (1964).
- Appeared in popular films like 'The Prize' (1963), 'The Art of Love' (1965), and 'Boy, Did I Get a Wrong Number!' (1966).
- Worked with acclaimed directors such as Blake Edwards and Mario Bava.
- Established herself as a painter and appeared as a guest on various American TV talk and variety shows.
Trivia
- Elke Sommer posed as a centerfold for Playboy magazine in 1964.
- She speaks several languages, including German, English, French, and Italian.
- In addition to acting, she has had a successful career as an artist, exhibiting her paintings internationally.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Elke Sommer?
Elke Sommer is 85 years old.
When was Elke Sommer born?
Elke Sommer was born the 5 November 1940.
Where is Elke Sommer from?
Berlin, Germany.
On Her Birth-Day
About November 5th, 1940, in brief:
- Historical events: Walter Johnson, renowned for his 416 wins with the Washington Senators, lost his bid for a congressional seat in Maryland on November 5, 1940.
- Day of the week: November 5th, 1940 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford
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