Emil Jannings

1884–1950 (age 66)

Biography

Emil Jannings rose to international acclaim for his work upon stage and screen, becoming the first actor awarded the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayals of conflicted, human characters.

After a vibrant career spanning continents, his life came to rest at Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut, where the peaceful lakeside landscape mirrors the depth he brought to his art.

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