Ursula Reit was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, Der Teufelsschüler, and The Devil’s Female. Born on March 5, 1914, in Wuppertal, Germany, she captivated audiences with her performances until her passing on November 9, 1998.
Personal and Family Life
Ursula Reit, born Ursula Schedereit, had an older sister named Karl Schedereit. Little is known about her personal life, but her family played a supportive role in her journey in the entertainment industry.
Career
Reit enjoyed a successful acting career, recognized for her diverse roles in both film and television. She garnered critical acclaim, particularly for her performance as Mrs. Gloop in the beloved movie Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Throughout her career, she showcased her talent in various genres, making her a well-respected figure in cinema.
Death and Legacy
Ursula Reit passed away from natural causes on November 9, 1998, in Germany. Her contributions to film, especially in children’s cinema, continue to be celebrated by fans and critics alike, ensuring her legacy lives on.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory | 1971-06-29 | Mrs. Gloop |
| Rosemaries Tochter | 1976-11-19 | Internatsleiterin |
| Schulmädchen-Report 10. Teil: Irgendwann fängt jede an | 1976-04-02 | Seffis Tante |
| Schulmädchen-Report 9. Teil: Reifeprüfung vor dem Abitur | 1975-08-22 | Lilos Mutter |
| Magdalena, vom Teufel besessen | 1974-05-22 | Accident Witness |
| Pudelnackt in Oberbayern | 1969-03-14 | Mrs. Glasedonner |
| Oktoberfest! Da kann man fest… | 1974-05-16 | Mrs. Kunkera |
| Madame Legros | 1968-10-22 | |
| Wer zuletzt lacht, lacht am besten | 1971-02-09 | Margot Krüglein |
| Frankies Braut | 1982-01-01 | dicke Frau |
| Mit der Liebe spielt man nicht | 1973-11-08 | |
| Der Heiligenschein | 1977-12-06 | Signora |
| Der Zweck heiligt die Mittel | 1973-01-01 | Nachbarin |
| Der Teufelsschüler | 1973-03-20 | |
| Drei Männer im Schnee | 1974-03-13 | Wondraschek, Telefonistin |
| Regentropfen | 1982-04-23 | |
| Das Veilchen | 1968-03-17 | Franziska Széll |
| Eden ist fern | 1969-11-23 | |
| Graf Porno und die liebesdurstigen Töchter | 1969-12-05 | Esmeralda |
| Charlys Nichten | 1974-05-10 | Krankenschwester (uncredited) |
| Das bumsfidele Häuschen | 1971-12-03 | Frau auf Zugtoilette |
| Eine Armee Gretchen | 1973-08-23 | Nun Anna |
| Die Perle – Aus dem Tagebuch einer Hausgehilfin | 1969-12-27 | Frau Fischer |