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Lilli Palmer - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 24, 1914 |
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| Died | January 27, 1986 (age 71) |
| Birthplace | Poznań, German Empire (now Poland) |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Lilli Palmer's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Performances in films such as 'Body and Soul' (1947), 'Cloak and Dagger' (1946), and 'The Four Poster' (1952), as well as her stage and television work. |
Intro
Lilli Palmer was a renowned German actress and writer, celebrated for her impressive film, stage, and television career spanning Europe and Hollywood from the 1930s through the 1970s.
Early Life & Background
Born as Lilli Marie Peiser on May 24, 1914, in Poznań to a German Jewish family, Palmer moved to Berlin in her youth. She hailed from a culturally rich background; her father was a surgeon, and her mother was an actress, influencing Palmer's early artistic inclinations.
Career Highlights
- Made her film debut in the early 1930s in Europe before relocating to Paris, London, and ultimately the United States due to political changes in Germany.
- Gained international fame in Hollywood with films such as 'Cloak and Dagger' (1946) and 'Body and Soul' (1947).
- Received critical acclaim for her performance opposite Rex Harrison (her then-husband) in the Broadway production of 'Bell, Book and Candle' (1950) and starred alongside him in 'The Four Poster' (1952).
- Returned to Europe in the 1950s, continuing her film and stage career and earning awards including the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival.
- She authored autobiographical works, including 'Change Lobsters and Dance' and later continued acting in prominent European and American productions until the 1970s.
Trivia
- Her marriage to actor Rex Harrison was high-profile in both British and American entertainment circles.
- She published several books, showcasing her talent as a writer in addition to her acting career.
- Palmer's longevity and versatility made her a respected figure in European and Hollywood cinema.
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When was Lilli Palmer born?
Lilli Palmer was born the 24 May 1914.
Where is Lilli Palmer from?
Poznań, German Empire (now Poland).
On Her Birth-Day
About May 24th, 1914, in brief:
- Historical events: PFC Levski Sofia, a Bulgarian professional football club, was founded on May 24, 1914, by a group of students from the Second Male High School in Sofia. The club is named after Vasil Levski, a national hero of Bulgaria.
- Day of the week: May 24th, 1914 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: If I Had My Way by Peerless Quartet
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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