Anecdotes

Hungarian actor, born into an aristocratic family with a strong military tradition. Making his debut on the operatic stage in Budapest, he later joined Max Reinhardt's company in Berlin. He appeared in German films of the 1930's, often in elegant or sophisticated roles. Conscripted for military service, he was killed in action in November 1944 during the Soviet attack on Budapest.

Finally Tibor von Halmay was forbidden to work because his Aryan ancestry was not proven but he was able to ease the doubts and could continue to work as an actor.

When the sound film revolutionized the film business it marked also the begin of Tibor von Halmay great career. He took part in normally musical entertainment movies in the following years.

During the wartime followed engagements in Germany, Austria and Hungary.

Apparently Tibor von Halmay could hide his Jewish descent but instead he was drafted to the army as a German soldier and shall been killed in action. Other sources say that he died shortly before his 50th birthday in Budapest under unknown circumstances.

The actor Tibor von Halmay was often engaged for roles of people of the high society thanks to his grand appearance. Especially in the 30's he became a darling of the public.