Zohra Lampert

Zohra Lampert

American actress, best known for her role in the 1971 horror film Scare Jessica to Death.
Date of Birth: 13.05.1937
Country: USA

Content:
  1. Early Life and Education
  2. Broadway Career
  3. Early Film and Television Roles
  4. Breakthrough with "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark"
  5. Personal Life

Early Life and Education

Zohra Lampert was born in New York City to Jewish immigrants from Russia. She graduated from the High School of Music & Art in New York and later attended the University of Chicago.

Broadway Career

Lampert began her acting career on Broadway, where she performed in several plays and received two Tony Award nominations in 1962 and 1963.

Early Film and Television Roles

After her Broadway success, Lampert began appearing in small roles in films. In the 1960s and 1970s, she had numerous guest appearances in television series. For her role as an evil gypsy in the series "Kojak," she won an Emmy Award.

Breakthrough with "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark"

Lampert's most famous role came in 1971 with the horror film "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark." Her portrayal earned her widespread recognition and cemented her status as a horror icon.

Personal Life

Lampert was married to actor Bill Alton from 1957 to 1958.

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