Tilly Lauenstein was an American actress known for her roles in The College Girl Murders, Cäsar und Cleopatra, and Die Troerinnen. Born as Mathilde Dorothea Lauenstein on July 28, 1916, in Bad Homburg vor der Höhe, Hesse, Germany, she became a prominent figure in dubbing and acting. She passed away on May 8, 2002, in Potsdam, Brandenburg, Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Tilly Lauenstein was previously married, and they had one child together. Her grandson, Jonas Lauenstein, has also pursued a career in acting and voice acting. Lauenstein was known for her extensive work in dubbing, starting in 1949, and she lent her voice to various well-known actresses in films.
Career Highlights
As the longest-active German dubbing actress, Tilly Lauenstein provided her voice for characters in more than 350 films. She was particularly noted for her role as the voice of Melanie in the German version of “Gone With the Wind.” Lauenstein achieved popularity in character roles during the 1960s in East German Defa films and TV series.
Death and Legacy
Tilly Lauenstein passed away on May 8, 2002, in Potsdam, Germany. Her legacy continues through her contributions to both film and dubbing in the German entertainment industry. Many remember her not only for her roles but also for her remarkable voice work in films that resonated with audiences for decades.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| …aber Jonny! | 1973-05-01 | Frau Rotter |
| Chemie und Liebe | 1948-06-01 | Martina Holler |
| Der Mönch mit der Peitsche | 1967-08-11 | Harriet Foster |
| Bittere Ernte | 1985-02-20 | Frau Kaminska |
| Klassenkeile | 1969-03-28 | Marianne Kettelhut |
| Madeleine Tel. 13 62 11 | 1958-06-25 | Thekla |
| Otto – Der Film | 1985-07-19 | Dame |
| Sieben Monde | 1998-05-20 | Großmutter |
| Derrick | 1974-10-20 | Frau Wollak |
| Die Troerinnen | 1966-08-14 | Kassandra |