Annabella was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Le Million, Tonight We Raid Calais, and Hôtel du Nord. Born as Suzanne Georgette Charpentier on July 14, 1907, in Paris, France, she gained fame in French cinema before moving to Hollywood.
Personal and Family Life
Annabella was married three times. Her first husband was Jean Murat, with whom she had one child, and they divorced in 1938. She then married famous actor Tyrone Power in 1939, who later adopted her daughter. Their marriage lasted until 1948. She had a close relationship with her ex-husband and was seen visiting him on the set of his last film shortly before his untimely death.
Career Highlights
At the age of 16, Annabella made her film debut in Napoleon (1927), where she caught the attention of audiences. Throughout the 1930s, she became a prominent star in French films, eventually moving to Hollywood in 1938. After a few successful years in the U.S., she returned to France and worked in films before retiring from acting in 1954.
Death and Legacy
Annabella passed away on September 18, 1996, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, due to a heart attack. Despite largely stepping away from the public eye in her later years, her contributions to film and her notable partnerships remain a part of movie history. She even accepted an Academy Award for Patricia Neal in 1964, highlighting her continued connection to the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Le Million | 1931-02-04 | Béatrice |
| Tonight We Raid Calais | 1943-04-30 | Odette Bonnard |
| Hôtel du Nord | 1938-12-17 | Renée |
| 13 Rue Madeleine | 1947-01-15 | Suzanne de Beaumont |
| Dinner at the Ritz | 1937-11-26 | Ranie Racine |
| La Bandera | 1935-09-25 | Aïscha el Saloui |
| The Baroness and the Butler | 1938-02-18 | Baroness Katrina Marissey |
| Varieté | 1935-10-04 | Jeanne |
| Quatorze Juillet | 1933-01-13 | Anna |
| Don Juan | 1950-10-16 | Lady Ontiveras |
| Un soir de rafle | 1931-07-09 | Mariette |
| The Oscars | 1953-03-19 | Self |