Hedy Lamarr
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Google honored Hedy Lamarr on the 109th anniversary of her birth with a Google Doodle, further celebrating her life and legacy for her groundbreaking work in both film and technology.
Google honored Hedy Lamarr on the 101st anniversary of her birth with a Google Doodle. This recognition brought renewed attention to her contributions as both an actress and inventor to a global audience.
Hedy Lamarr's ashes were buried at the Vienna Central Cemetery in Group 33 G, Tomb No. 80. This act fulfilled her final wishes and provided a permanent memorial in her birth country, Austria.
Hedy Lamarr died of heart disease in Casselberry, Florida, at the age of 85. Her death marked the end of a multifaceted life filled with achievements in both the entertainment and technological fields.
Hedy Lamarr was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her contributions to the motion picture industry. This cemented her legacy as a significant figure in Hollywood history, recognizing her achievements and lasting impact on cinema.
Hedy Lamarr married W. Howard Lee, her fifth husband. This marriage lasted until 1960 and was one of the longer-lasting relationships in her life.
Hedy Lamarr became a naturalized citizen of the United States at the age of 38. This marked a formal transition in her national identity, signifying her integration into American society and her commitment to the country.
British moviegoers voted Hedy Lamarr the year's 10th best actress for her performance in Samson and Delilah. This recognition from international audiences further solidified her success and appeal as a leading actress.
Makeup expert Max Factor, Jr. included Hedy Lamarr among the ten glamorous Hollywood actresses with the most appealing voices. This acknowledgment added to her iconic status, highlighting not only her physical beauty but also her vocal qualities.
Hedy Kiesler Markey (Hedy Lamarr) and George Antheil were granted U.S. Patent 2,292,387 for their 'Secret Communication System', a frequency-hopping spread spectrum technology. This marked a monumental achievement in radio communication and laid the groundwork for modern wireless technologies like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. However, at the time, the invention's significance was not fully recognized by the U.S. Navy.
Hedy Lamarr won "top honors for facial features" in a poll of 400 members of the California Models Association. This accolade further cemented her reputation as one of the most beautiful women in Hollywood and highlighted her appeal within the modeling industry.
Hedy Lamarr was named the "most beautiful actress" in "a secret poll of 30 Hollywood correspondents" conducted by the American magazine Look. This recognition emphasized her status as a beauty icon and reinforced her appeal to the public and industry insiders.
Hedy Lamarr was chosen as the "ideal type" of woman in a poll of both male and female students conducted by the Pomona College newspaper. This highlighted her perceived beauty and appeal to both genders, solidifying her status as a rising star.
Hedy Lamarr was selected as the "most promising new actress" of 1938 in a poll of Philadelphia film fans conducted by Elsie Finn, the Philadelphia Record film critic. This marked a significant recognition of her early success in Hollywood and her potential as a leading actress.
Hedy Kiesler married Friedrich Mandl, an Austrian military arms merchant, in Karlskirche, Vienna. She was 18 years old and he was 33. This marriage significantly altered her life, as Mandl was very controlling and restricted her acting career. The marriage provided her access to military technology discussions, indirectly influencing her later inventions.
Hedwig Eva Maria Kiesler, later known as Hedy Lamarr, was born in Vienna, Austria-Hungary. This marked the beginning of the life of a woman who would become a renowned actress and, later, a groundbreaking inventor. Her birth is significant as it set the stage for her future contributions to both the entertainment and technology industries.
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