Carola Höhn was a German actress who is best known for her roles in Der Bettelstudent, Abenteuer im Grandhotel, and Schloß Königswald. Born on January 30, 1910, in Bremerhaven, Germany, she had a thriving acting career spanning several decades.
Personal and Family Life
Carola Höhn was married twice. Her first husband, Arved Crüger, was a Luftwaffe major who died in action during World War II. They had one son together, Arved-Michael, born in 1942. Later, she married Gerd Lange in 1966 and remained with him until his death in 1991. Carola also had a diverse career, taking acting lessons and running a fashion store while contributing articles to a magazine.
Career
Initially known as an intelligent leading lady in Ufa films during the 1930s and 1940s, Carola performed in complex roles, especially in musical comedies and Heimatfilms. She began her stage career in 1933 and transitioned to character roles by the 1960s. She remained active in television well into her nineties, showcasing her enduring talent.
Death and Legacy
Carola Höhn passed away on November 8, 2005, in Grünwald, Munich, Germany, due to natural causes. Her legacy includes her extensive filmography and her contributions to both acting and dubbing prestigious actresses like Katharine Hepburn and Ava Gardner. Carola is remembered as a remarkable figure in German cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Hurra, die Schule brennt | 1969-12-17 | Frau Nietnagel |
| Charleys Tante | 1934-08-16 | Kitty |
| Viktor und Viktoria | 1957-04-16 | Marquise de Sevigne |
| Abenteuer im Grandhotel | 1943-04-16 | Alice |
| Der Bettelstudent | 1936-08-06 | Laura Nowalska |
| Schloß Königswald | 1988-01-14 | Gräfin Dohna |
| Mamma | 1941-12-16 | Donata Sarni |
| Herzblatt oder wie sag’ ich’s meiner Tochter? | 1969-09-29 | Änne |
| Der große Preis | 1944-05-19 | Fanny |
| Einmal eine große Dame sein | 1934-02-10 | Hilde |