Ruth Niehaus was a German actor who is best known for Studentin Helene Willfüer, Das Haus in Montevideo, and Adrienne Mésurat. She was born on July 11, 1928, in Krefeld, Germany, and passed away on September 24, 1994, in Hamburg, Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Ruth Niehaus was married to Ivar Lissner, a notable author and journalist, from 1950 until his death in 1967. They had one child together. She was also the great aunt of actress Valerie Niehaus. Her husband had an intriguing past as a spy during World War II, adding depth to their family history.
Career
Ruth was a prominent actress during the 1950s, often playing complex roles such as femme fatales and ‘the other woman’ in various films. Known for her performances in classical theater, she acted in productions of renowned writers like Shakespeare and Ibsen. Niehaus was once dubbed Germany’s Rita Hayworth, highlighting her popularity in the film industry.
Death and Legacy
Ruth Niehaus died on September 24, 1994, in Hamburg, Germany. Her extensive work in both film and theatre has left a lasting legacy, particularly as a leading lady in German cinema. Her performances continue to be remembered and celebrated by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Auferstehung | 1958-10-21 | Missy |
| Heidelberger Romanze | 1951-12-23 | Gabriele Attendorf |
| Rosen blühen auf dem Heidegrab | 1952-12-25 | Dorothee Aden |
| Fabian | 1980-04-25 | Ruth Reiter |
| Weg Ohne Umkehr | 1953-11-06 | Anna Brückner |
| Rosenmontag | 1955-10-05 | Anna Krüger |
| Studentin Helene Willfüer | 1956-01-12 | Helene Willfüer |
| Gabriel Schillings Flucht | 1962-09-26 | Lucie Heil |
| Reichshauptstadt privat | 1987-01-01 | Anna(alt) |
| Tränen trocknet der Wind | 1967-10-13 | |
| Die Verschwörung des Fiesco zu Genua | 1964-12-25 | Leonore |
| Teresa | 1971-08-05 | Teresa |
| Egmont | 1967-12-03 | Klärchen |
| Der Tausch | 1969-01-29 | Martha Laine |
| Pattbergs Erbe | 1987-05-31 | |
| Adrienne Mésurat | 1969-06-04 | Adrienne Mésurat |
| Die Missvergnügten | 1979-06-05 | |
| Am Anfang war es Sünde | 1954-10-27 | Rosalie |
| Das Haus in Montevideo | 1951-11-08 | |
| Lohengrin popelt | 1988-01-02 | Self |
| Tatort | 1970-11-29 | Frau Jakobs |
| Der Alte | 1977-04-11 | Marianne Marholm |
| Einer wird gewinnen | 1964-01-25 | Self |
| Steckbriefe | 1982-03-01 | Frau Haldern |
| Zum blauen Bock | 1957-08-03 | Self |
| Studio III – Aus Kunst und Wissenschaft | 1965-09-24 | Self |