Edith Meinhard, a renowned German film actress, embarked on her illustrious cinematic journey at the tender age of ten, making her screen debut in Carl Froelich's 1919 film masterpiece, "Der Tänzer", starring the iconic Lil Dagover.
As her career progressed, Meinhard's talents were soon recognized by the esteemed production company Defu, which hired her for two silent films, further solidifying her reputation as a rising star.
However, it was her appearance as Erika, the loyal friend of the enigmatic Thyme (played by the legendary Louise Brooks),in GW Pabst's highly acclaimed and critically praised film "Tagebuch einer Verlorenen/Diary of a Lost" (1929),that truly showcased her remarkable acting prowess and cemented her status as a prominent figure in the German film industry.
