The Legendary Waltraut Haas: A Career Spanning Decades
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Acclaimed German 'Heimatfilm' actress Waltraut Haas passes away at the age of 97. - Beloved home movie pioneer Waltraut Haas passes away at 97 years old.
Bid farewell to the illustrious Austrian actress, Waltraut Haas, who breathed her last at the grand age of 97. Largely recognized for her roles in Heimatfilms and comedies such as "Im weißen Rössl" and "Wenn der Vater mit dem Sohne", Haas left us on a serene Wednesday morning, her management officially confirmed.
A Rising Star in the Austrian Entertainment Industry
Haas seized the limelight as "Mariandl" in her debut film "Der Hofrat Geiger" in 1947, starring alongside Paul Hörbiger. She showcased her talent in "Im weißen Rössl" (1960) with Peter Alexander and graced the screen with Heinz Rühmann in "Wenn der Vater mit dem Sohne." Trained as a seamstress, Haas went on to hone her acting skills, gracing theater stages worldwide. Even in her later years, she continued to captivate audiences, with her most recent appearance being in the 2020 TV film "Das Glück ist ein Vogerl" as a comatose patient.
From Theater Stages to the Big Screen
Haas graced theater stages across Austria, as well as Germany, starring at landmark venues such as the Landestheater Linz, Bürgertheater, Stadttheater, and Raimund Theater in Vienna. She also performed at Titania-Palast Berlin and Deutsches Theater Munich in Germany. Haas' big break came when she was discovered by Willi Forst, who cast her as Mariandl, the iconic Viennese heroine in "Der Hofrat Geiger."
A Star Under the Spotlight
Haas' career spanned several decades, with a focus on comedies and musicals. Some of her most famous roles included appearances in "Der Hofrat Geiger," "Hallo Dienstmann," "Keine Angst Liebling, ich paß schon auf," and "Im Weißen Rössl." Apart from her film roles, Haas recorded several music albums, featuring performances of "Im Weißen Rössl" and traditional "Wiener Lieder."
A Lifetime of Achievements and Honors
Haas' contributions to Austrian entertainment were recognized with numerous awards, including the Pearl of the Atlantic at the Mard Del Platil festival in 1957, the Gold Medal of the City of Vienna in 1987, the Robert Stolz Award in 1988, and the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art in 2002. This beloved and iconic figure in Austrian cinema and theater leaves behind a rich legacy that continues to inspire.
- I'm not going to be able to encapsulate the immense career of Waltraut Haas in just four sentences, but I'll try.
- Waltraut Haas, the actress, began her journey in the Austrian entertainment industry with her debut role as Mariandl in the 1947 film "Der Hofrat Geiger," opposite haas Paul Hörbiger.
- Haas was especially known for her roles in comedies and musicals, such as "Im weißen Rössl" and "Wiener Lieder," for which she recorded several albums.
- Throughout her illustrious career, Waltraut Haas received numerous accolades, including the Pearl of the Atlantic, the Gold Medal of the City of Vienna, the Robert Stolz Award, and the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art. Her legacy continues to shine as a beacon in Austrian cinema and theater.
