Luli Deste was an American actress who is best known for Thunder in the City, The Case of the Black Parrot, and Verdacht auf Ursula.
Personal and Family Life
Luli Deste was born on November 7, 1902, in Heidelberg, Germany, as Julie “Luli” Dorothea von Bodenhausen. She was the daughter of Baron Eberhard von Bodenhausen, who previously directed the Krupp steel works. Known for her aristocratic background, Deste had blue eyes and was recognized for her talents as an actress, dancer, and singer.
Career
Luli made her film debut in Britain opposite Edward G. Robinson in the movie Thunder in the City in 1937. After moving to Hollywood with her three Afghan hounds, she struggled to find significant roles and decided to quit acting in 1941. Besides her film work, she was also a stage actress and an author.
Death and Legacy
Luli Deste passed away on July 7, 1951, in New York City, New York, USA. Despite facing challenges in her career, she left behind a legacy as a talented performer from an aristocratic background and is remembered for her contributions to film and theater.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Thunder in the City | 1937-04-22 | Lady Patricia ‘Pat’ Graham |
| The Case of the Black Parrot | 1941-01-09 | Madame de Charriere |
| She Married an Artist | 1937-11-27 | Toni Bonnet |
| Ski Patrol | 1940-05-09 | Julia Engel |
| Outlaws of the Desert | 1941-11-01 | Marie Karitza |
| Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe | 1940-03-03 | Queen Fria (uncredited) |
| My Friend the King | 1932-04-03 | Countess Zena |
| South to Karanga | 1940-08-02 | Julia Garrett |
| Silhouetten | 1936-01-04 | Lydia Samina, Ballettmeisterin |