Nina Foch was an American actress best known for her roles in “The Ten Commandments,” “An American in Paris,” and “Prescription: Murder.” Born on April 20, 1924, in Leiden, Netherlands, she gained fame as a leading lady during the 1940s and continued to impact the film industry until her passing.
Personal and Family Life
Nina Foch was married three times and had one child, a son named Dirk de Brito. Her marriages included James Lipton, Dennis de Brito, and Michael Dewell. Foch had a close friendship with singer Diana Ross after they worked together on the film “Mahogany” in 1975.
Career Highlights
Foch was a versatile performer, acting in various unorthodox roles ranging from TV panelist to director. She was known for her sophistication and often played cool, aloof characters. Over her career, she worked alongside notable actors like Charlton Heston and Yul Brynner in classic films. Beyond acting, she spent 40 years teaching at the USC School of Cinematic Arts, sharing her expertise with future generations of filmmakers and actors.
Death and Legacy
Nina Foch passed away on December 5, 2008, in Los Angeles, California, due to complications from myelodysplasia, a type of blood disorder. Her legacy lives on through her extensive filmography and her impact as an acting teacher. She is remembered as a prominent figure in Hollywood during her time and has inspired countless actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Sliver | 1993-05-21 | Mrs. McEvoy |
| Spartacus | 1960-10-13 | Helena Glabrus |
| An American in Paris | 1951-09-26 | Milo Roberts |
| Mahogany | 1975-10-08 | Miss Evans |
| The Ten Commandments | 1956-10-05 | Bithiah |
| Prescription: Murder | 1968-02-20 | Carol Flemming |
| My Name Is Julia Ross | 1945-11-08 | Julia Ross |
| Alien Nation: Dark Horizon | 1994-10-25 | Burak |
| The Guilt of Janet Ames | 1947-03-06 | Susie Pearson |
| War and Remembrance | 1988-11-13 | Comtesse de Chambrun |
| NCIS | 2003-09-23 | Victoria Mallard |