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Greta Nissen - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 30, 1905 |
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| Birthplace | Oslo, Norway |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Greta Nissen's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Prominent roles in silent and early sound films, such as 'The Wanderer' (1925) and being the original star cast for Howard Hughes' 'Hell's Angels' before being replaced due to her accent after the advent of sound. |
Intro
Greta Nissen was a Norwegian-American film and stage actress, best known for her work during the 1920s and 1930s in both European and Hollywood films.
Early Life & Background
Greta Nissen was born Grethe Rüzt-Nissen in Oslo, Norway. She trained as a dancer from a young age and performed with the Royal Danish Ballet before transitioning to acting.
Career Highlights
- Debuted in Danish silent films before moving to Hollywood in the 1920s.
- Starred in 'The Wanderer' (1925) and 'Lost: A Wife' (1925).
- Cast as the lead in Howard Hughes' 'Hell's Angels' but replaced due to her Norwegian accent not fitting the new sound format.
- Appeared in British and American films into the 1930s, including 'Honourable Mr. Wong' (1935).
Trivia
- Nissen emigrated to the United States and became a naturalized citizen.
- After retiring from acting, she settled in the US and married actor Weldon Heyburn.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Greta Nissen born?
Greta Nissen was born the 30 January 1905.
Where is Greta Nissen from?
Oslo, Norway.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 30th, 1905, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 30th, 1905 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: St. Louis Rag by Vess Ossman
- Popular movie: Eine Fliegenjagd oder Die Rache der Frau Schultze directed by Eugen Skladanowsky, Max Skladanowsky
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