Rita Karin

Rita Karin

Deceased · Born: Oct 24, 1919 · Died: Sep 10, 1993

Personal Details

BornOct 24, 1919 Wilno, Wilenskie, Poland [now Vilnius, Lithuania]

Biography

Noted Polish-American thespian, renowned for her captivating portrayal of Jackie Mason's mother in the 1989 television series "Chicken Soup", left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. Prior to her stint on the small screen, she made a memorable appearance at the beginning of the critically acclaimed film "Sophie's Choice", taking on the role of Yetta, the landlady of Sophie (Meryl Streep),whose poignant performance earned her widespread recognition. Furthermore, her distinctive voice can be heard lending its beauty to a selection of children's songs featured in the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., serving as a poignant tribute to the victims of the Holocaust.

Career

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1993
The Pickle
The Pickle as Grandmother
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1991
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He Said, She Said
He Said, She Said as Mrs. Spepk
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1989
Enemies, A Love Story
Enemies, A Love Story as Mrs. Schreier
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Chicken Soup
Chicken Soup as Bea Fisher
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1985
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1982
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1981
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1978
The Big Fix
The Big Fix as Aunt Sonya
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Matilda
Matilda as Spectator
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1972
Up the Sandbox
Up the Sandbox as Mrs. Grossbard (uncredited)
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1971