Miliza Korjus

Miliza Korjus
Born
Miliza Elizabeth Korjus

(1909-08-18)August 18, 1909
Warsaw, Congress Poland, Russian Empire
DiedAugust 26, 1980
Culver City, California, U.S.
Resting placeWestwood Memorial Park
OccupationsSinger and actress
Years active1938–1980
Spouse(s)Kuno Foelsch (1929-?)
Walter Shector (1952–1973; his death)
ChildrenMelissa F. Wells (1932-2025)

Miliza Elizabeth Korjus (August 18, 1909 – August 26, 1980) was a Polish-Estonian lyric coloratura soprano opera singer who appeared in classical American and Mexican sound films during the Golden Age of Hollywood. Korjus became a naturalized United States citizen in her adulthood. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1939 for her performance in The Great Waltz.

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