Greta Lovisa Gustafsson (18 September 1905-15 April 1990) popularly known as Greta Garbo was born in Stockholm, Sweden. This incredible actress had modest beginnings where in she was forced to work at an early age as a soaplather girl and then as a clerk in a departmental store. It was in the early 1920’s when Greta Garbo polished her acting skills at the Royal Dramatic Theatre. This was also the time when she was chosen by director Mauritz Stiller who helped to train her and hone her acting skills. He even gave her the screen name-Greta Garbo. Some of her popular silent movies that displayed her acting talent were ‘The Temptress’ and ‘Love’. This glamorous actress particularly made a mark in the 1920’s. Greta Garbo also preferred to keep her private life away from the media. She was the recipient of many prestigious awards as well.
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