Luise Rainer - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 12, 1910 |
|---|---|
| Died | December 30, 2014 (age 104) |
| Birthplace | Düsseldorf, German Empire (now Germany) |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Luise Rainer's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | First person to win consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actress ('The Great Ziegfeld', 'The Good Earth') |
Intro
Luise Rainer was a German-born actress who became internationally renowned after becoming the first person to win consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actress, for her roles in 'The Great Ziegfeld' (1936) and 'The Good Earth' (1937). Celebrated for her emotional depth and unique presence, she is considered one of Hollywood's legendary figures from the Golden Age.
Early Life & Background
Luise Rainer was born to a Jewish family in Düsseldorf, Germany. She began acting at a young age, developing her craft in theater in Vienna under the renowned director Max Reinhardt before transitioning to film.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1936 ('The Great Ziegfeld')
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1937 ('The Good Earth')
- Notable roles in films such as 'Escapade' (1935) and 'The Toy Wife' (1938)
- Moved to Hollywood in the 1930s and signed with MGM
Trivia
- Luise Rainer was the first actor to win two consecutive Oscars.
- She lived to be 104 years old, one of the longest-lived Academy Award winners.
- She was sometimes called 'The Viennese Teardrop' due to her ability to cry on cue.
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Luise Rainer was born the 12 January 1910.
Düsseldorf, German Empire (now Germany).
On Her Birth-Day
About January 12th, 1910, in brief:
- Historical events: The Great January Comet of 1910, also known as Halley's Comet, was first observed in early January 1910. It was notable for its brightness and the widespread public interest it generated.
- Day of the week: January 12th, 1910 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Carrie (Carrie Marry Harry) by Billy Murray
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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