Marlene Dietrich Biography

Marlene Dietrich was a German-born actress and singer who sustained her popularity throughout a long career by continually reinventing herself. From early stage and silent films in 1920s Berlin, she gained international fame with her role in The Blue Angel, which led to a Hollywood contract. Her American films capitalized on her glamour and exotic looks, cementing her stardom as one of the era's highest-paid actresses. Later in her career, Dietrich transitioned into a successful world-touring show performer, dominating stages for decades even with occasional film appearances.