Libuše Šafránková was a Czech actress known for her roles in Kolya, Báječná léta pod psa, and Tři oříšky pro Popelku. She was born on June 7, 1953, in Brno, Czechoslovakia, and passed away on June 9, 2021, in Prague, Czech Republic.
Personal and Family Life
Libuše Šafránková was married to actor Josef Abrhám from 1976 until her death in 2021. They shared one child, Josef Abrhám Jr. She had a sister named Miroslava Safránková. Throughout her career, her husband often appeared alongside her in various films.
Career
Šafránková gained fame through her work in film, becoming particularly beloved for her roles in children’s fairy tales and dramas. She starred in significant films such as Tři oříšky pro Popelku, which remains iconic in Czech cinema, and she continued to work in television and film well into the 2000s, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Libuše Šafránková died on June 9, 2021, after battling cancer. Her contributions to the Czech film industry have left a lasting impact, and she is remembered as one of the country’s most beloved actresses. Many fans still cherish her performances, particularly in classic fairy tales that are still watched today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Kolja | 1996-05-15 | Klára |
| Vesničko má středisková | 1985-08-01 | Jana Turková |
| Jak utopit dr. Mráčka aneb Konec vodníků v Čechách | 1975-03-01 | Jana Vodičková |
| Tři oříšky pro Popelku | 1973-11-16 | Popelka |
| Báječná léta pod psa | 1997-04-03 | Kvidova matka |
| Kouzla králů | 2008-12-24 | královna Kristýnka |
| Micimutr | 2011-11-17 | Micimutr |
| Princ a Večernice | 1979-10-19 | Večernice |
| Třetí princ | 1983-07-01 | princezna Milena / princezna ze skal |
| Obecná škola | 1991-08-02 | Mrs. Součková |
| Nesmrtelná teta | 1993-11-25 | Štěstí |
| Soľ nad zlato | 1983-02-27 | Princess Maruška |