Bodil Rosing, a renowned Danish actress, entered this world on December 27, 1877, in the vibrant city of Copenhagen, Denmark. Her impressive acting career spanned numerous decades, with notable performances in films such as the 1927 silent film masterpiece "Sunrise", the 1938 comedy classic "You Can't Take It with You", and the 1932 drama "Downstairs". Throughout her life, she was committed to her craft, dedicating herself to bringing characters to life on the silver screen. In her personal life, Bodil was married to Einer Jansen, sharing a deep love and companionship. Unfortunately, her life came to a close on December 31, 1941, in the bustling city of Hollywood, California, USA, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of cinema.
Personal Details
BornDec 27, 1877 Copenhagen, Denmark
Biography
Career
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1941

Marry the Boss's Daughter as Mrs. Polgar
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Reaching for the Sun as Rita's Mother
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No Greater Sin as Ma James
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Man at Large as Klara, Botany's Housekeeper
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They Dare Not Love as Leni
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1940

Florian as Anna - Diana's Maid
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The Mortal Storm as Old Woman on Train
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1939

Nurse Edith Cavell as Charlotte
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Hotel Imperial as Ratty Old Woman (uncredited)
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Confessions of a Nazi Spy as Passenger on Boat
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1938

The First Hundred Years as Martha
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You Can't Take It with You as Mrs. Schmidt
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1937

Breakfast for Two as Nanny - Blair's Household Staff (uncredited)
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Heidi as Village Woman (uncredited)
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1936

Rose Bowl as Mrs. Schultz
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The Plot Thickens as Theresa the Cook
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Libeled Lady as Justice of the Peace's Wife (uncredited)
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1935

A Night at the Ritz as Mama Jaynos
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Let 'em Have It as Mrs. Keefer
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Four Hours to Kill! as Ma
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Roberta as Fernande
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1934

The Painted Veil as Frau Koerber
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Crimson Romance as Mama von Bergen
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King Kelly of the U.S.A. as Sylvia
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Little Man, What Now? as Frau Kleinholz
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Mandalay as Mrs. Kleinschmidt
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1933

The Crime of the Century as Hilda Ericson
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Reunion in Vienna as Kathie - the Krug Family Maid
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Ex-Lady as Mrs. Bauer - Helen's Mother
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Queen Christina as Innkeeper's Wife (uncredited)
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Hallelujah I'm a Bum as Undetermined Secondary Role
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1932

Downstairs as Sophie
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The Match King as Frau Necher (uncredited)
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6 Hours to Live as Greta
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Grand Hotel as Nurse Helping Old Lady Into Elevator (uncredited)
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1931

Three Who Loved as 'Aunt Anna' Larson
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1930

All Quiet on the Western Front as Mother of Hospital Patient (uncredited)
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1929

Eternal Love as Housekeeper
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Why Be Good? as Ma Kelly
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The Bishop Murder Case as Grete Menzel
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Broadway Babies as Durgan
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1928

Ladies of the Mob as The mother
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1927

Sunrise as The Maid
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1925

Pretty Ladies as Minor Role (uncredited)