Ruth Leuwerik

Ruth Leuwerik

ACTRESS

Often called the First Lady of German cinema, Ruth Leuwerik was at the peak of her popularity during the 1950's when partnered on screen by the leading male stars of the post-war era: Dieter Borsche, Hannes Messemer, Curd Jürgens and O.W. Fischer. She proved her range by alternating between glamorous damsels and emancipated, resilient heroines in quality productions, invariably directed by master film makers like Wolfgang Liebeneiner, Robert Siodmak or Helmut Käutner.

  • When was
    Ruth Leuwerik born?

    Ruth Leuwerik was born on Wednesday, April 23, 1924

  • Where was
    Ruth Leuwerik born?

    Ruth Leuwerik was born in Essen, Germany

  • How old was
    Ruth Leuwerik when they died?

    Ruth Leuwerik was 91

  • When did Ruth Leuwerik die?

    Ruth Leuwerik died on
    Tuesday, January 12, 2016

  • How tall is Ruth Leuwerik?

    Ruth Leuwerik is 5'9"(1.77m)


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