Greta Garbo
18 September 1905 – 15 April 1990
Greta Garbo was a Swedish-American actress and one of the most celebrated stars of Hollywood's silent and early sound eras. Known for her allure and dramatic performances in films such as Flesh and the Devil, Anna Christie, Grand Hotel, and Ninotchka, she was renowned for her reclusive private life after retiring from film. She received an honorary Academy Award for her contributions to cinema.
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Life events
Greta Lovisa Gustafsson was born in Stockholm, Sweden.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgGarbo trained at the Royal Dramatic Theatre's acting school in Stockholm.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgGarbo relocated to Hollywood after signing with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgFlesh and the Devil made Garbo a major Hollywood star.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgAnna Christie was promoted with the slogan 'Garbo talks!' as her first talking picture.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgGarbo starred in the ensemble film Grand Hotel, delivering a famous line about wanting to be alone.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgThe comedy Ninotchka was marketed with the slogan 'Garbo laughs!' and earned her acclaim.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgGarbo withdrew from acting and lived a private, reclusive life thereafter.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgGarbo was awarded an honorary Oscar for her memorable screen performances.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgGarbo died in New York City after years of a private life.
Source: en.wikipedia.org