Thérèse Dorny

Thérèse Dorny was an American actress, born on September 18, 1891, in Paris, France. She is most recognized for her roles in Diabolique (1955), Cognasse (1932), and The Sweetness of Loving (1930). Dorny married André Dunoyer de Segonzac and passed away on March 14, 1976, in Saint-Tropez, Var, France.

Personal and Family Life

Thérèse Dorny was born Thérèse Jeanne Longo-Dorni. She lived in France for most of her life and was known for her passion for acting. In 1964, she married André Dunoyer de Segonzac, an artist, and they remained together until his death in 1974.

Career

Dorny had a successful acting career that spanned several decades. She starred in multiple films during both the silent era and the age of sound, showcasing her versatility as an actress. Her performances in notable films have left a lasting impression on French cinema.

Death and Legacy

Thérèse Dorny died on March 14, 1976, in Saint-Tropez, France. Her contributions to the film industry, particularly in French cinema, are still remembered today. Dorny’s performances continue to be celebrated for their depth and charm.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Les Diaboliques 1955-01-29 Mrs. Herboux
La fille du diable 1946-04-17 Aunt Hortense
Un chapeau de paille d’Italie 1941-06-01 la baronne
Uniformes et grandes manœuvres 1950-11-08 Solange Duroc, la tante d’André
L’Acrobate 1941-05-06 Pauline
La belle de Cadix 1953-12-24 Blanche
Adam est… Ève 1954-07-30 Mme Beaumont
Katia 1938-11-07 La baronne
Divine 1935-11-21 La Poison
Abus de confiance 1937-11-29 La logeuse
Tourbillon de Paris 1939-12-15 (uncredited)
Ménilmontant 1936-11-20 Toinon
Béatrice devant le désir 1944-03-08 Aunt Hermance
La leggenda di Faust 1949-09-07
Retour à l’aube 1938-11-18 The fashion house director
Tire au flanc 1950-11-10 Mme Blandin d’Ombelles
Knock, ou le triomphe de la médecine 1933-11-03 La dame en violet
Monsieur Sans-Gêne 1935-03-14 La féministe
Une vie de chien 1943-06-25 Léocadie
Knock 1933-11-08 La dame en violet
La douceur d’aimer 1930-10-17 Lorette
Oh! Qué mambo 1959-05-13 La belle-mère
La Mascotte 1935-06-26 Dame Turlurette
Cognasse 1932-09-01
Ciboulette 1933-11-10 Zénobie
Les Sœurs Hortensia 1935-12-26
Passé à vendre 1936-09-14 Marthe Dupont
Un de la légion 1936-10-02 Antoinette Espitalion
À nous deux, madame la vie 1937-03-26 Wife of ‘Toto la Vache’
Le cantinier de la coloniale 1937-07-09
Prince de mon cœur 1938-11-17 Isabelle Gatemouille
Visages de femmes 1939-03-08
Les Petits Riens 1942-12-16 L’habilleuse
Ne le criez pas sur les toits 1943-07-14 Madame Noblet
Le mort ne reçoit plus 1944-07-07
La Boîte aux rêves 1945-07-11 Woman (uncredited)
Voyage surprise 1947-05-21 Mademoiselle Roberta
3ème cheminée à droite 1948-04-21 Concierge
Le Passage de Vénus 1951-08-30 Zoé Chantoiseau
Une femme disparaît 1944-01-17