Margot Hielscher

Margot Hielscher (29 September 1919 – 20 August 2017)[1] was a German singer and actress. She appeared in over fifty movies between and 1939 and 1994.

Margot Hielscher
Deelneemster Margot Hielscher (Duitsland), Bestanddeelnr 909-3999 (cropped).jpg
Born29 September 1919
Died20 August 2017
NationalityGerman
OccupationSinger
Actress

Hielscher was born in Berlin. In 1989, she starred in the TV series Rivalen der Rennbahn. Hielscher died in Munich on 20 August 2017, aged 97.

In 1978, Hielscher was awarded the "Bundesverdienstkreuz" and in 1985 the "Filmband in Gold" for her achievements in German cinema.

Eurovision Song Contest

In 1957, she was chosen to represent Germany at the Eurovision Song Contest 1957 with the song "Telefon, Telefon" (Telephone, Telephone). The song finished fourth out of ten, with eight points.

Hielscher was chosen again to represent Germany at the Eurovision Song Contest 1958 with the song "Für Zwei Groschen Musik" (Music For Two Pennies). The song finished seventh out of ten, with 5 points.

References

  1. "Leinwand-Legende Margot Hielscher gestorben - SPIEGEL ONLINE". m.spiegel.de.