Gwili Andre was a Danish-American actress who is best known for her roles in “A Woman’s Face,” “The Falcon’s Brother,” and “Roar of the Dragon.” Born on February 4, 1908, in Copenhagen, Denmark, she captured attention both as a model and an actress throughout her career.
Personal and Family Life
Gwili Andre, whose birth name was Gurli Andresen, was known for her beauty and talent. She was married twice, first to Stanislaw Miotkowk from 1929 to 1935 and later to William Dallas Cross Jr. from 1940 until their divorce in 1948. She had one child during her second marriage.
Career
Although Gwili faced challenges in her acting career and appeared primarily in B pictures, she was a successful model prior to her film work. Despite her struggles, her beauty earned her the nickname “The Second Garbo.” Her film career included notable appearances in films like “Secrets of the French Police” and “Roar of the Dragon.”
Death and Legacy
Gwili Andre tragically passed away on February 5, 1959, due to smoke inhalation from an apartment fire in Venice, California. Despite her difficulties in the film industry, her legacy lives on through her films and her impact as a model. She remains remembered for her unique contributions to both modeling and acting.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A Woman’s Face | 1941-05-09 | Gusta |
| The Falcon’s Brother | 1942-10-02 | Diane Medford |
| Roar of the Dragon | 1932-07-08 | Natascha |
| Secrets of the French Police | 1932-12-02 | Eugenie Dorain |
| No Other Woman | 1933-01-06 | Margot |
| The Girl Said No | 1937-09-18 | Gretchen Holman |
| Meet the Boy Friend | 1937-07-12 | Vilma Vlare |