Marietta Millner was an American actress best known for her roles in “Drums of the Desert,” “Adieu, Mascotte,” and “The City Gone Wild.” Born Maria Anna Paula Bieberhöfer, she rose to fame in the 1920s after making her film debut in Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Born on December 8, 1894, in Linz, Austria, Marietta Millner spent her early life in Vienna, where her father owned a successful hotel. Unfortunately, her family faced financial ruin during World War I. Initially beginning her career on stage, she took on the name Marietta Muller before transitioning to film.
Career Highlights
Marietta Millner made her film debut at the age of 30 in the German drama “Das Spielzeug von Paris,” directed by Michael Curtiz. She quickly gained popularity and moved to the United States in 1927 after signing with Paramount Pictures, working alongside prominent stars of the time. Despite her early successes and positive reviews, she faced struggles with her weight which affected her career.
Death and Legacy
Marietta Millner’s health began to decline in 1929 as she battled tuberculosis, worsened by extreme dieting. She passed away on June 21, 1929, in Badenweiler, Germany, at the young age of 34. Her untimely death was attributed to the effects of her strict diet, which left her vulnerable to illness, leaving behind a legacy as a noted actress in early cinema.
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1925 | Das Spielzeug von Paris | Nan Seward (as Marietta Müller) |
| 1926 | Schwiegersöhne | Not specified |
| 1927 | Die Frau ohne Namen – 1. Teil | Vivian Ried |
| 1927 | Die Frau ohne Namen – 2. Teil | Vivian Ried |
| 1927 | Die Insel der verbotenen Küsse | Julia Montasa |
| 1927 | Liebe im Rausch | Harriet Milton |
| 1927 | Die Jagd nach der Braut | Elinor Mall |
| 1927 | Drums of the Desert | Mary Manton |
| 1927 | We’re All Gamblers | Carlotta Asche |
| 1928 | The City Gone Wild | Nada Winthrop |
| 1928 | The Magnificent Flirt | Fifi |
| 1928 | Moderne Piraten | Dorothy Gordon, Filmdiva |
| 1929 | Adieu, Mascotte | Josette, seine Frau |
| 1929 | Der Zarewitsch | Sonja Iwanowna – Solo Dancer |