Maria Fris was an American actress who is best known for The Dancing Heart, Es geht nicht ohne Gisela, and Der Himmel ist nie ausverkauft.
Personal and Family Life
Maria Fris was born on June 8, 1932, in Berlin, Germany. She grew up in a vibrant environment that influenced her passion for performance arts. Details about her family life remain largely unknown, but her dedication to acting became the defining feature of her early career.
Career
Maria Fris made a name for herself as an actress with notable performances in various films and television productions. Some of her most recognized works include significant roles in TV movies during the late 1950s and early 1960s, showcasing her talent as a dancer and a performer on screen.
Death and Legacy
Maria Fris passed away on May 27, 1961, in Hamburg, Germany, in a tragic incident ruled as suicide. Her untimely death came at the height of her career, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances. Though her life was short, she is remembered for her contributions to the performing arts in Germany.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Heiratsbüro Liane | 1961 | TV Short |
| Endstation Sehnsucht | 1960 | Blanche DuBois (TV Movie) |
| Drei tänzerische Skizzen | 1960 | As Maria Fries (TV Movie) |
| Wenn Sechse eine Reise tun | 1959 | Dancer (as Maria Fries) |
| Pas de deux – Don Quichotte | 1959 | TV Short |
| Die lustige Witwe | 1958 | Solotänzerin (TV Movie) |
| Episode am Mittag – Eine Ballettstudie | 1957 | 1 episode (TV Series) |
| Große Tänzer | 1955–1956 | Eurydike (TV Mini Series) |
| Der Himmel ist nie ausverkauft | 1955 | Tänzerin (Dancer) |
| The Dancing Heart | 1953 | Unknown Role |
| Es geht nicht ohne Gisela | 1951 | Ballett |