Maria Alba was an American actress known for her roles in Mr. Robinson Crusoe, Kiss of Araby, and El código penal. Born in Barcelona, Spain, on March 19, 1910, she made a name for herself in American films during the late 1920s and early 1930s.
Personal and Family Life
Maria Alba was born as Maria Casajuana in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. She married Richard Jamar Burk on July 9, 1950, and together they had three children. Throughout her life, she balanced her family responsibilities with her career in acting and dancing.
Career
Maria began her film career in the late 1920s and appeared in various films from 1927 to 1935. Some of her notable works include roles in romantic and adventure films where she showcased her talents as both an actress and a dancer.
Death and Legacy
Maria Alba passed away from Alzheimer’s disease on October 26, 1996, in San Diego, California, USA. She is remembered for her contributions to early American cinema and her captivating performances in various films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Robinson Crusoe | 1932-08-19 | Saturday |
| Goldie | 1931-06-27 | Dolores |
| The Return of Chandu | 1934-10-01 | Nadji – Princess of Egypt |
| Flirting with Danger | 1934-12-01 | Rosita |
| Chandu on the Magic Island | 1935-01-01 | Princess Nadji |
| Just a Gigolo | 1931-06-06 | French Wife |
| Hell’s Heroes | 1929-12-27 | Carmelita |
| Great God Gold | 1935-04-14 | Elena Nitto |
| Hypnotized | 1932-12-25 | Princess Mitzi |
| Los que Danzan | 1930-12-05 | Norma Brady |
| A Girl in Every Port | 1928-02-26 | Maria Buenjolla / Chiquita – Girl in Rio de Janeiro |
| West of the Pecos | 1934-12-27 | Dolores |
| La ley del harem | 1931-10-09 | Fatima |
| Road House | 1928-07-25 | Spanish Marla |
| Joy Street | 1929-05-12 | |
| Charros, gauchos y manolas | 1930-03-15 | |
| La fuerza del querer | 1930-06-21 | |
| Olimpia | 1930-10-10 | |
| Kiss of Araby | 1933-04-21 | Dolores Mendez |
| Su Última Noche | 1931-05-01 | |
| Dr. Terror’s House of Horrors | 1943-02-10 | The Transmigration Subject |
| Blindfold | 1928-12-09 | Pepita |