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Ingrid Pitt - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 21, 1937 |
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| Died | November 23, 2010 (age 73) |
| Birthplace | Warsaw, Poland |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Ingrid Pitt's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring in Hammer Horror films such as 'The Vampire Lovers' (1970) and 'Countess Dracula' (1971) |
Intro
Ingrid Pitt was a Polish-British actress and author, best known for her roles in horror films produced by Hammer Film Productions in the 1970s. She became a cult figure in the genre, often referred to as the 'Queen of Hammer Horror'.
Early Life & Background
Ingrid Pitt was born Ingoushka Petrov in Warsaw, Poland. She survived imprisonment in a Nazi concentration camp during World War II and escaped with her mother. After the war, she lived in various European countries, eventually settling in the United Kingdom where she pursued an acting career.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in 'Where Eagles Dare' (1968) alongside Richard Burton and Clint Eastwood
- Starred in Hammer Horror classics such as 'The Vampire Lovers' (1970) and 'Countess Dracula' (1971)
- Appeared in 'The Wicker Man' (1973), a landmark British horror film
- Authored several books, including an autobiography and novels
Trivia
- She survived a concentration camp as a child during World War II.
- Pitt became a noted figure at horror conventions and wrote for magazines about her genre experiences.
- She was a guest star in the classic series 'Doctor Who' in the 1970s.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Ingrid Pitt born?
Ingrid Pitt was born the 21 November 1937.
Where is Ingrid Pitt from?
Warsaw, Poland.
On Her Birth-Day
About November 21st, 1937, in brief:
- Historical events: Marlo Thomas, an American actress and activist, was born on November 21, 1937.
- Day of the week: November 21st, 1937 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Lost Horizon directed by Frank Capra
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