
Career
Active 1947 – 1950
Biography
About Lilian Victor Cohen
Egyptian actress Lilian Victor Cohen, known professionally as Camelia, entered the film world in 1947 at around 27 years old. She worked steadily for three years, appearing in notable films of the era.
Born in Alexandria, Egypt, on December 13, 1919, she was of mixed-race, primarily Caucasian, descent. With brown hair, she was a striking presence on screen, known for roles in Shari al-bahlawan (1949), Akher kedba (1950), and Waladi (1949). Her career was cut short when she died in a plane crash on August 31, 1950, in El Buhayra, Egypt. She was just 30.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Died
- Thursday 31st of August 1950 (age 30)
- Years Active
- 1947-1950 (started around 27 years old; 3 years active)
- Birthplace
- Alexandria, Egypt
- Ethnicity
- Mixed-race (primarily Caucasian)
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
Frequently asked
How old was she when she started acting?
She began her career in 1947 at around 27 years old.
What were her most notable roles?
She appeared in Shari al-bahlawan (1949), Akher kedba (1950), and Waladi (1949), which are among her known works.
Did you know
- She had a short career of just three years, from 1947 to 1950.
- Her screen name was Camelia, while her birth name was Lilian Victor Cohen.
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