Mell, Marisa (1939–1992)

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Mell, Marisa (1939–1992)

Austrian-born actress. Born Marlies Theres Moitzi, Feb 24, 1939, in Graz, Austria; died May 16, 1992, in Vienna, Austria; m. Pier Luigi Torri.

Appeared in the ill-fated Mata Hari which closed before reaching Broadway (1967); made over 60 films, including Masquerade, French Dressing, What's New Pussycat, Casanova '70, Diabolik, Casanova & Co., Anyone Can Play, Danger: Diabolik and Mahogany.

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