Dora Altmann was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,” “Tatort,” and “Mathias Kneissl.” Born on February 20, 1881, in Dresden, Germany, she passed away on December 24, 1971, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Dora Altmann, originally named Dora Alrich, had a long artistic career that spanned several decades. She gained recognition in her later years and made her mark in both film and television.
Career
Throughout her career, Dora appeared in a variety of roles, showcasing her talent as an actress. Notably, she was 90 years old when she played the character Grandma Georgina in “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,” a film that was released the same year she died.
Death and Legacy
Dora Altmann died on December 24, 1971, just months after the release of “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.” Despite her late start in gaining fame, her enduring performances in film and television have left a lasting impression.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory | 1971-06-29 | Grandma Georgina (uncredited) |
| Endkampf | 1965-12-31 | Oma |
| Der Komödienstadel – Das Wunder des heiligen Florian | 1969-01-11 | Lechnerin |
| Der Komödienstadel – Die drei Eisbären | 1961-08-11 | Veronika |
| Der Komödienstadel – Die Mieterhöhung | 1966-07-22 | Die alte Sterzerin |
| Die seltsamen Methoden des Franz Josef Wanninger | 1965-02-12 | Frau Pichler |
| Tatort | 1970-11-29 | Ms. Windegger |
| After They Were Famous | 2002-03-30 | Self (archive footage) |
| Alpha Alpha | 1972-05-03 | Ernestine (alt) |