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Draga Olteanu Matei
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| Born |
Emilia-Draga Olteanu-Matei
24 October 1933 |
| Died | 18 November 2020 (aged 87) |
| Resting place | Eternitatea Cemetery, Piatra Neamț |
| Alma mater | I.L. Caragiale Institute of Theatre and Film Arts |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1967–2006 |
| Spouse(s) |
Ion Matei
(m. 1970; died 2014) |
| Awards | Order of the Star of Romania, Knight rank Order of the Crown, Officer rank |
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Draga Olteanu Matei (born Draga Olteanu) was a very famous Romanian actress. She was born on October 24, 1933, and passed away on November 18, 2020. She acted in over 30 movies between 1967 and 2006, making many people smile.
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Early Life and Education
Draga Olteanu Matei was born in Bucharest, the capital city of Romania. She went to high school at the Iulia Hasdeu High School in Lugoj.
When she was 17, she moved to Brașov. Later, she returned to Bucharest to study acting. In 1956, she graduated from the I.L. Caragiale Institute of Theatre and Film Arts. This is a well-known school for actors and filmmakers.
In 1970, Draga Olteanu Matei married Ion Matei, who was a doctor from Piatra Neamț.
Awards and Recognition
Draga Olteanu Matei received many important awards for her acting career.
- In May 2002, she was given the Order of the Star of Romania. This is a very high honor in Romania.
- In October 2014, she received the Order of the Crown of Romania.
- On October 29, 2011, she was honored with a star on the Romanian Walk of Fame in Bucharest. This is like the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating famous people.
Later Life and Legacy
Draga Olteanu Matei passed away in 2020 due to health problems. She was buried with special military honors at the Eternitatea Cemetery in Piatra Neamț.
She is remembered as one of Romania's most beloved actresses. Her performances brought joy to many people across generations.
Selected Movies
Draga Olteanu Matei acted in many films. Here are a few of them:
- Atlantis: Milo's Return (2015) – She voiced Mrs. Packard in the Romanian version.
- O nouă viață (2014) – She played Nae's mother.
- Moștenirea (2011) – She played Varvara.
- Regina (2008) – She played Ileana Toma.
- Inimă de țigan (2007) – She also played Ileana Toma.
- Iubire ca în filme (2006) – She played Marghioala.
- The Famous Paparazzo (1999)
- Coana Chirița la Iași (1987) – She played Coana Chirița.
- Coana Chirița (1986) – She played Coana Chirița.
- Uncle Marin, the Billionaire (1979) – She played Veta.
- Iarna Bobocilor (1977) – She played Varvara.
- Toamna Bobocilor (1975) – She played Varvara.
- Explosion (1973) – She played Angela.
- A Bomb Was Stolen (1962) – She played The Nanny.
See also
In Spanish: Draga Olteanu Matei para niños
