Leda Nicova was an American actress best known for her role in Waterloo Bridge (1940) and appearances in other films throughout the early 1940s. Born in the USSR, she later moved to the United States, where she pursued her acting career.
Personal and Family Life
Leda Nicova was born in the USSR, but specific details about her early life and family are not widely documented. She moved to the United States during a time when many sought new opportunities in film and entertainment.
Career
Nicova’s acting career included notable roles in various films of the early 1940s. While her most recognized performance was as Marie in Waterloo Bridge, she also appeared in smaller roles in several other productions, contributing to her reputation in the film industry.
Death and Legacy
Leda Nicova passed away in 1999 in the USA. Her contributions to classic cinema, especially through her work in Waterloo Bridge, helped maintain her legacy as an actress during a pivotal time in film history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Bridge | 1940-05-17 | Marie |
| A Dispatch from Reuters | 1940-10-19 | French Girl in Paris (uncredited) |
| Citizen Kane | 1941-04-17 | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Once Upon a Honeymoon | 1942-11-27 | Traveler in Warsaw (uncredited) |