Olga Palinkaš
Born in 1941 in Zagreb, Olga Palinkaš, known by her artistic name Oja Kodar, is a Croatian actress, screenwriter, and director, acclaimed for her contributions to Yugoslav cinema. She is best known as the lifelong muse and lover of Orson Welles, who discovered her in a Zagreb hotel in 1961. Their passionate relationship spanned decades, and she played significant roles in his films while also pursuing her own artistic career, including sculpting. Oja's independence was a hallmark of her character, as she chose not to marry Welles, preferring to maintain her identity as an artist. Today, at 84, she resides in Primošten, Croatia.
Born on Jan 01, 1941 (84 years old)
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Olga Palinkaš, also known as Oja Kodar, was a lifelong muse and partner of Orson Welles.
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