Karin Hübner was a German actress who is best known for her roles in “Emilia Galotti,” “Viola und Sebastian,” and “Liselotte von der Pfalz.” Born on September 16, 1936, in Gera, Thuringia, Germany, she had a significant career in theater and film until her passing on July 25, 2006, in Munich, Bavaria, Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Karin Hübner was married three times, first to Peter Beauvais, with whom she had one child, Daniela Beauvais. Her other marriages were to Günter Pfitzmann and Frank Duval, though both ended in divorce. Hübner grew up in a musical family, as both her parents were opera singers.
Career Highlights
She gained acclaim for her performance as Eliza Doolittle in the German theater adaptation of “My Fair Lady” from 1961 to 1965. Despite her success, her attempts to direct plays did not meet well with critics, particularly her version of “Unter der Treppe” in 1983.
Death and Legacy
Karin Hübner passed away on July 25, 2006, in Munich, leaving behind a legacy as a talented actress whose work continues to be appreciated. She is remembered for her contributions to theater and cinema, especially in her beloved roles which showcased her acting prowess.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Der Mann mit dem Glasauge | 1969-02-21 | Yvonne |
| Liselotte von der Pfalz | 1966-10-06 | Prinzessin Palatine |
| Die endlose Nacht | 1963-05-08 | Lisa |
| Die lustige Witwe | 1962-12-20 | Hanna Hofer |
| Hotel Royal | 1969-12-14 | Rose Charpentier |
| Sieben Tage Frist | 1969-04-03 | Ms. Muhl |
| Emilia Galotti | 1958-03-14 | Emilia Galotti |
| Venus im Licht | 1960-10-03 | Perpetua Reedbeck |
| Unwiederbringlich | 1968-11-20 | Ebba von Rosenberg |
| Verdacht gegen Barry Croft | 1972-08-17 | Gwen Croft |
| Soldatensender Calais | 1960-08-29 | Madeleine Dartein, junge Französin |
| Einladung ins Schloß | 1970-05-17 | Lady Dorothée India |
| Towarisch | 1966-04-06 | Tatjana |
| Nun singen sie wieder | 1965-11-14 | Jenny |
| Der Idiot | 1968-01-01 | Nastassja |
| Tatort Berlin | 1958-01-10 | Bettina Sandmann |
| Viola und Sebastian | 1972-12-28 | Viola |
| Eine halbe Stunde | 1968-01-24 | Lady Lilian |
| Der Seidenprinz | 1967-06-10 | Gräfin Diane |
| Kassensturz | 1971-05-20 | Helga Schulze |
| Abendkurs | 1966-07-12 | Sally Gibbs |
| Die Halsbandaffäre | 1971-08-05 | Jeanne de la Motte |
| Liebe, Love, l’Amour | 1969-03-11 | |
| Faust auf eigene Faust | 1970-05-29 | Gretchen |
| Das Wunder des Malachias | 1961-07-03 | Nelly Moorbach |
| Wo man sich trifft | 1968-09-04 | |
| Solang noch Untern Linden | 1958-07-25 | |
| Madame de… | 1961-05-23 | Madame de… |
| Tatort | 1970-11-29 | Dr. Hildegard Förster |
| Vergißmeinnicht | 1964-10-09 | Self |
| Was bin ich? | 1955-01-02 | self |
| Treffpunkt Telebar | 1961-08-27 | Self |
| Das Messer | 1971-11-30 | Mary Jones |