★ 7.2 
Acting
Barbara Laage
Barbara Laage is best known for La Maison des bois. Barbara Laage was born on July 30, 1920. Barbara Laage died on May 21, 1988 at the age of 67.
- Born
- July 30, 1920
- Place of birth
- Menthon-Saint-Bernard, Haute Savoie, France
- Died
- May 21, 1988 (67 years old)
Biography
Barbara Laage (30 July 1920 – 21 May 1988) was a French film actress who flourished in the 1950s.
After fleeing Paris with her family during the German occupation in World War II , Laage returned to the city after the war and began her acting career in the Paris theater district of Montparnasse.
Her first move to Hollywood was arranged by theatrical agent William Morris , founder of the William Morris Agency. She is one of several Hollywood stars of the era who would frequent the Chateau Marmont.
She was the first choice for the lead role in the Orson Welles film The Lady from Shanghai , though the part was eventually awarded to Rita Hayworth.
After fleeing Paris with her family during the German occupation in World War II , Laage returned to the city after the war and began her acting career in the Paris theater district of Montparnasse.
Her first move to Hollywood was arranged by theatrical agent William Morris , founder of the William Morris Agency. She is one of several Hollywood stars of the era who would frequent the Chateau Marmont.
She was the first choice for the lead role in the Orson Welles film The Lady from Shanghai , though the part was eventually awarded to Rita Hayworth.
Known for
★ 7.2 Filmography
- 1971La Maison des boisHélène
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Barbara Laage been in?
Barbara Laage is best known for La Maison des bois.
When was Barbara Laage born?
Barbara Laage was born on July 30, 1920. (Menthon-Saint-Bernard, Haute Savoie, France)
How old is Barbara Laage?
Barbara Laage died on May 21, 1988 at the age of 67.
Updated: October 29, 2026 ·