Kathe Oswald was an American actress born on December 27, 1890, in Germany. She is best recognized for her roles in Around the World in 80 Days, Und wandern sollst Du ruhelos, and Der chinesische Götze – Das unheimliche Haus, 3. Teil. Kathe married director Richard Oswald and lived until August 19, 1985, when she passed away in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Kathe Oswald was married to Richard Oswald, a notable film director, in 1912, and together they had two children. She was the mother of Ruth Oswald and director Gerd Oswald. The family was closely tied to the film industry, and her husband’s influence likely shaped her career choices.
Death and Legacy
Kathe Oswald died on August 19, 1985, in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 94. Her contributions to early cinema, especially during the silent film era, are remembered through her notable performances. Her legacy continues through her children, who also pursued careers in the arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Hoffmanns Erzählungen | 1916-02-26 | Schauspielerin |
| Lucrezia Borgia | 1922-10-20 | Naomi |
| Die Reise um die Erde in 80 Tagen | 1919-03-20 | Nemea |
| Manolescus Memoiren | 1920-09-30 | Inge |
| Rennfieber | 1918-03-15 | |
| Das unheimliche Haus | 1916-09-22 | Lilly, Kammerzofe |
| Das Dreimäderlhaus | 1918-09-22 | Heiderl |
| Es werde Licht! 4. Teil: Sündige Mütter | 1918-11-22 | |
| Der chinesische Götze. Das unheimliche Haus. 3. Teil | 1916-10-27 | Else Mollheim |
| Schlemihl | 1915-01-01 | Rahel |
| Und wandern sollst du ruhelos … | 1915-01-01 |