Curd Jürgens (1915–1971) Actor.

© TCD/ Prod.DB/ Alamy Stock Photo

Curd Jürgens, born in Solln, Germany, never formally immigrated to the United States, but has left an imprint on Hollywood through his work in many productions. His first Hollywood feature was The Enemy Below (1957), he went on to portray General Günther Blumentritt in the epic war film The Longest Day (1962). In addition, Jürgens is also known to audiences worldwide through his portrayal of bond villain Karl Stromberg in The Spy Who Loved Me (1977). Jürgens, who had always considered himself a stage actor, appeared in over 100 films. He is pictured here at a book signing in Kiel, Germany on October 10, 1976.