Hana Hegerová was an American actress who is best known for Kdyby tisíc klarinetů, Dobře placená procházka, and Ta naše písnička česká. She was born on October 20, 1931, in Bratislava, Czechoslovakia, and she passed away on March 23, 2021, in Prague, Czech Republic.
Personal and Family Life
Hana Hegerová, born Carmen Farkasová, was married to Dalibor Heger from 1954 until their divorce in 1958, and together they had one child. She was also the grandmother of Matous Heger. After moving to Prague, she was offered a role at the ABC Theatre by famous Czech actor Jan Werich, but she declined the offer.
Career
Hegerová had a diverse musical repertoire that included many chansons by Czech and Slovak authors, along with Czech versions of popular songs from Édith Piaf, Jacques Brel, and Kurt Weill. She gained recognition in the film industry, particularly after playing the title character in the 1954 film “Frona.” She also fell seriously ill in December 2014 due to heart problems, leading to hospitalization.
Death and Legacy
Hana Hegerová died on March 23, 2021, from complications related to a broken neck. She left behind a rich legacy of music and film that continues to influence artists in Czech and Slovak culture. Her contributions to the performing arts are remembered by many fans and fellow performers alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Kdyby tisíc klarinetů | 1965-01-26 | Edita |
| Konkurs | 1964-02-28 | Herself (segment “Konkurs”) |
| Tam na konečné | 1957-12-20 | Zuzana |
| Frona | 1954-09-26 | Frona |
| Dobře placená procházka | 1966-01-01 | |
| 30 případů majora Zemana | 1976-01-11 |