Greta Thyssen
Actress

Greta Thyssen Net Worth

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Greta Thyssen was a European beauty who was crowned Miss Denmark in 1952 and moved to Hollywood to pursue a career in acting. She was transformed into a statuesque, peroxide-blonde bombshell and competed with the likes of Jayne Mansfield and Mamie Van Doren. Greta had a few small roles in films such as Bus Stop and Accused of Murder, and she also appeared in television series such as Dragnet and Perry Mason. She ended her career with the comedy Cottonpickin' Chickenpickers in 1967 and retired from acting in the early 1970s. Greta was able to make the most of her equipment and get her "fifteen minutes" of fame.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actress, Miscellaneous Crew
Birth Day March 30, 1927
Birth Place  Hareskovby, Denmark, Denmark
Age 93 YEARS OLD
Died On 6 January 2018(2018-01-06) (aged 90)\nManhattan, New York, U.S.
Birth Sign Aries
Occupation Actress, model
Years active 1956-1967
Spouse(s) Theodore Roy Guenther (m. 1963; d. 2000)
Children 1

💰 Net worth: $16 Million (2024)

Greta Thyssen, a renowned Danish actress, and miscellaneous crew member, has amassed an impressive net worth estimated to be around $16 million in 2024. Throughout her illustrious career, Thyssen has captivated audiences with her exceptional talent and versatility. With her undeniable acting skills and dedication to her craft, she has earned a prominent place in the entertainment industry. Thyssen's ability to take on various roles and contribute to different aspects of production has undoubtedly contributed to her financial success. As she continues to make her mark in the industry, it is evident that Thyssen's net worth will only continue to grow.

Biography/Timeline

1952

Thyssen arrived in the United States after winning the Miss Denmark crown in 1952. She attempted to follow in the footsteps of the reigning blonde sex symbols Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield by forging a movie career. She was Monroe's double in Bus Stop, and appeared in Accused of Murder, Terror Is a Man, Three Blondes in His Life and Journey to the Seventh Planet.

1956

Thyssen is probably best remembered for her appearances in the Three Stooges films Quiz Whizz, Pies and Guys and Sappy Bull Fighters. In her brief stint with the Stooges, she endured a cream pie to the face in the second film. From 1956-1958, Thyssen was the original Pirate Girl on the game show Treasure Hunt, assisting host Jan Murray with presenting prizes hidden in miniature treasure chests. After appearing in the musical comedy Cottonpickin' Chickenpickers (1967), she retired from acting.

1969

Thyssen was married three times. Her third marriage was to Theodore Guenther, with whom she had a daughter, Genevieve Juliette Guenther (born 14 February 1969).

2018

On 6 January 2018, Thyssen died of pneumonia at her home in Manhattan, aged 90.

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