Eva von Berne was an American actress best known for her roles in “The Masks of the Devil,” “Der Ruf des Nordens,” and “Flucht in die Fremdenlegion.”
Personal and Family Life
Eva von Berne, born Genofeva Plentzner von Scharneck on July 8, 1910, in Sarajevo, Austria-Hungary, later moved to Vienna where she worked as a window display executive. During World War II, she fled to Salzburg with her family. She married Helmut Krauss, a former major in the Austrian army, and together they led a quiet life away from the Hollywood spotlight.
Career Highlights
Eva began her acting career at a young age, gaining attention from MGM in the late 1920s. Despite her initial promise, pressures of fame and concerns about her weight led to her early exit from American cinema after only one film. She continued to act in Germany but ultimately retired from film in 1930, pursuing a successful career as a sculptor and artist with numerous exhibitions throughout Austria.
Death and Legacy
Eva von Berne passed away on November 9, 2010, in Hédervár, Hungary, from natural causes. For many years, she was mistakenly reported dead in 1930, which allowed her to live privately without the pressures of fame. Her story serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of stardom and the misconceptions that can surround it.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Masks of the Devil | 1928-11-17 | Virginia |
| Der Ruf des Nordens | 1929-09-12 | Jane Winton |
| Flucht in die Fremdenlegion | 1929-06-29 | Yvonne, seine Tochter |
| Somnambul | 1929-02-07 |