Ellen Bernsen

Ellen Bernsen was an American actress, best known for her roles in Cyrano de Bergerac, Criminal Brigade, and L’authentique procès de Carl-Emmanuel Jung. Born on June 6, 1927, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Hauts-de-Seine, France, she passed away on June 13, 1978, in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France.

Personal and Family Life

Ellen Bernsen, originally named Anne-Marie Hélène Berntsen, grew up in France during a time of great cultural change. Not much is publicly known about her personal life and family background.

Career

Ellen began her acting career in the late 1940s and quickly became recognized for her strong performances. She appeared in both film and television, gaining acclaim for her roles in classic French cinema.

Death and Legacy

Ellen Bernsen died on June 13, 1978, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances. Her work in film, particularly in titles such as Cyrano de Bergerac, continues to be appreciated by fans of classic cinema.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Lagardère 1968-04-04 comtesse de Montboron
L’Authentique Procès de Carl-Emmanuel Jung 1967-12-27 Le Neuvième Témoin
Cyrano de Bergerac 1946-08-29 Roxane
Brigade criminelle 1947-09-05 Myriam
La Queue du Diable 1965-10-02 Mlle Suisson
Journal d’une femme en blanc 1965-04-28 Mme Michelon
L’Affaire Nina B. 1961-06-06