Róza Laborfalvi

Róza Laborfalvi (1820-1886) was a renowned Hungarian actress and the wife of the famous writer Mór Jókai. She gained fame for her performances at the National Theatre in Budapest, where she showcased her talent in various roles, significantly impacting Hungarian theater. Her marriage to Jókai was controversial, resulting in a public scandal that led to Jókai's estrangement from his family. Despite the challenges, Laborfalvi's career flourished, and she is remembered as a pivotal figure in Hungarian performing arts.