Karin Evans was an American actress who is best known for Pygmalion, The Affair Blum, and Street Acquaintances. She was born on September 25, 1907, in Johannesburg, South Africa, and passed away on July 1, 2004, in Berlin, Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Karin Evans was of English-Welsh descent, with her father being a lecturer. She trained at the Max Reinhardt school in Berlin, where she honed her acting skills. Karin was married to artist Wolf Hoffmann from 1931 until his death in 1979.
Career
After beginning her acting career in the theater, Karin made her film debut in 1927 with “Der Kampf des Donald Westhof.” She often played eccentric or quirky characters, particularly in her later work after World War II. One of her most notable performances came in the 1948 film, The Affair Blum, which showcased her talent as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Karin Evans died on July 1, 2004, in Berlin, Germany. Throughout her life, she made significant contributions to both film and theater, leaving behind a legacy of diverse performances. Her work continues to be remembered, particularly for her unique portrayals of complex characters.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Fanny Hill | 1964-09-25 | Martha |
| Affaire Blum | 1948-12-03 | Sabine Blum |
| Achtzig im Schatten | 1963-07-27 | Blanche Carrell |
| Das ideale Brautpaar | 1954-01-21 | Mutter Martini |
| Ohne Dich wird es Nacht | 1956-08-16 | Fräulein Bahlke |
| Die letzte Kompagnie | 1930-03-14 | Dore |
| Das Konzert | 1931-11-09 | Eva Gerndl |
| Ich klage an | 1941-08-29 | Erna Balg |
| Aus erster Ehe | 1940-07-23 | Frl. Dr. Börner |
| So ein Affentheater | 1953-08-06 | Fräulein Winterfeld |
| Komödianten | 1941-09-05 | |
| Der Kampf des Donald Westhof | 1927-09-29 | |
| Liebling der Götter | 1960-04-11 | |
| Straßenbekanntschaft | 1948-04-13 | |
| Boykott | 1930-12-14 |