Ilona Cs. Aczél was an American actress best known for her roles in A nagymama, A vén gazember, and Simon Judit. Born on November 7, 1884, in Királyhelmec, Austria-Hungary, she made a mark in the film industry before her death.
Personal and Family Life
Ilona was born as Alter Ilona Gabrielle Magdolna. She was married to Kálmán Csathó from January 19, 1911, until her death on March 5, 1940. Throughout her life, she supported and coached several actresses, including Katalin Karády and Zita Perczel, helping them to develop their careers in acting.
Death and Legacy
Ilona Cs. Aczél passed away on March 5, 1940, in Budapest, Hungary. Her contributions to film and her work as an acting coach left a lasting impact on the Hungarian film industry. She is remembered for her significant roles and the talent she nurtured in others.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1935 | A nagymama | — |
| 1935 | Szerény grófné | — |
| 1932 | A vén gazember | — |
| 1932 | Inokay felesége | — |
| 1916 | Simon Judit | — |
| 1912 | A hercegnõ | (as Aczél Ilona) |