Ila Mecséry was an American actress best known for her roles in Zou Zou, Cagliostro – Liebe und Leben eines großen Abenteurers, and Das weisse Paradies. She was born on May 16, 1915, in Moscow, Russian Empire, and passed away in October 2010 in Southampton, New York, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Ila Mecséry was born Mara Tchernycheff-Bezobrasoff. She was married to Henri Garat from July 19, 1939, until their divorce on November 6, 1942. During World War II, she was known to be a Soviet spy.
Death and Legacy
Ila Mecséry died in October 2010 in Southampton, New York. She is remembered for her contributions to film in the early 20th century and her intriguing life story as both an actress and a WWII spy. Her work in influential films continues to be appreciated by film historians and enthusiasts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Lac aux dames | 1934-05-18 | Anika |
| Cagliostro | 1929-04-08 | Countess Jeanne de la Motte |
| Zouzou | 1934-12-21 | Miss Barbara |
| Marius et Olive à Paris | 1935-01-01 | |
| Das weisse Paradies | 1929-05-16 | |
| Prinzessin Olala | 1928-09-05 |