Alina Janowska 1923 – 2017

Biography

Alina Janowska was born on April 16, 1923, in Warsaw, Poland, during a transformative period in her nation’s history. She devoted her life to the performing arts, building a career as an actress that spanned much of the twentieth century. Her work in theater and film made her a part of Poland’s rich cultural heritage during decades of significant change and challenge for her country.

Throughout her life, Janowska remained connected to her native Warsaw, the city where she was born and where she would spend her final years. She witnessed Poland’s transformation across nearly a century, and her artistic contributions reflected the resilience and creativity of her generation. Her commitment to her craft demonstrated the enduring power of performance to express the human experience.

Alina Janowska passed away on November 13, 2017, in Warsaw, at the age of ninety-four. She was laid to rest at Powązki Military Cemetery in the Żoliborz district, a place of honor reflecting her significance in Polish cultural life. Her legacy lives on through her work in theater and film, and in the memory of those who knew her and appreciated her contributions to Polish arts and culture.