Anna Strasberg

Anna Strasberg was an American actress who is best known for Stay Tuned for Terror, The Rat Patrol, and Riot on Sunset Strip.

Personal and Family Life

Born on April 16, 1939, in Caracas, Venezuela, Anna Mizrahi was known for her talent in acting and her connections in the entertainment industry. She was married to the famous acting teacher Lee Strasberg from January 12, 1968, until his death on February 17, 1982. They had two sons, David Lee Strasberg and Adam Strasberg, and she also had a daughter, Susan Strasberg, from a previous marriage. Anna was close friends with several notable figures, including Sofia Loren, and served as the godmother to Drew Barrymore.

Death and Legacy

Anna Strasberg passed away on January 6, 2024, in Manhattan, New York City, due to natural causes. Her legacy includes a significant influence on the acting community through her family ties and contributions. She also became a custodian of Marilyn Monroe’s personal belongings, as Monroe wished for her to have them, further connecting her to Hollywood history.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Qualcosa di biondo 1984-02-01 Angela Feretti
Winter of the Witch 1969-10-31 Mother
Riot on Sunset Strip 1967-03-01 Helen Tweedy
Extraña invasión 1965-01-01 Dra. Margaret Conway
Hollywood Dreamers 1997-10-15 Self
Felony Squad 1966-09-12
Judd for the Defense 1967-09-08
The Rat Patrol 1966-09-12 Marisha
The Fortunate Pilgrim 1988-04-03 Filomena
Kulturplatz 2004-09-01 Self