Ursula Thiess - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 15, 1924 |
|---|---|
| Age | 101 |
| Birthplace | Hamburg, Germany |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Ursula Thiess's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Film roles in 'Banana Fleet', 'Monsoon', and as the wife of actor Robert Taylor. |
Intro
Ursula Thiess was a German-born American actress and model who achieved success in Hollywood during the 1950s, known for her elegance and striking looks. She appeared in several films, often starring alongside prominent actors of the era, and was especially recognized as the wife of actor Robert Taylor.
Early Life & Background
Ursula Thiess was born in Hamburg, Germany in 1924. She initially worked as a model and became well known in Europe before transitioning to acting in German films in the late 1940s. Her success caught the attention of Hollywood talent scouts.
Career Highlights
- Starred in the German film 'Banana Fleet' (Bananenboot, 1948).
- Signed by RKO Pictures and brought to Hollywood in 1952.
- Appeared in American films such as 'Monsoon' (1952) and 'The Iron Glove' (1954).
- Co-starred with Robert Taylor in the film 'The Adventures of Quentin Durward' (1955).
- Married Robert Taylor in 1954, increasing her profile in Hollywood.
Trivia
- She was often called 'the most beautiful woman in the world' by the Hollywood press in the 1950s.
- Her marriage to Robert Taylor lasted until his death in 1969.
- She retired from acting in the late 1950s to focus on family life.
FAQs
People also ask
Ursula Thiess is 101 years old.
Ursula Thiess was born the 15 May 1924.
Hamburg, Germany.
On Her Birth-Day
About May 15th, 1924, in brief:
- Historical events: Eugene O'Neill's play "All God's Chillun Got Wings" premiered on May 15, 1924, at the Provincetown Playhouse in New York City.
- Day of the week: May 15th, 1924 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Fare You Well, Old Joe Clark by Fiddlin' John Carson
- Popular movie: Beau Brummel directed by Harry Beaumont
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