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Eladó a magyar színészlegenda álomkúriája: döbbenetes, mennyiért árulják - Pénz…
A Dunakanyar egyik legmagasabb pontján, örökpanorámával a Dunára, eladó egy 19. századi neoreneszánsz kastély, amely nemcsak építészeti ritkaság, han…
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From Hungarian Cabaret to Hollywood: The Tragic Life and Enduring Legacy of Charles H. Puffy and His Danube Bend Villa
Verőce, Hungary – The historic Puffy Villa, nestled in the picturesque Danube Bend, offers a unique glimpse into the life of Károly Huszár, better known as Charles H. Puffy, Hungary's first Hollywood star. The villa, currently on the market, was originally commissioned in 1872 by Ferenc Swadlo, a stove manufacturer, and designed by the renowned architect Henrik Schmal. Puffy's journey began humbly, working as an assistant foreman at the Corvinus University's main building at the age of 20. His talent was recognized by Miklós Ybl, who sponsored his education, leading him to work at the Opera House before becoming an architectural legend. However, Puffy's true calling lay in acting. He rose to prominence in the 1910s, portraying a comedic yet often angry 'fat man' character in Pest cabaret, German silent films, and eventually over 50 Hollywood productions. He collaborated with stars like Harold Lloyd and even owned a villa in Los Angeles. The advent of sound films in the 1930s brought an end to many silent film careers, including Puffy's. In 1932, he returned to Germany, but as Nazism gained traction, he and his wife sought refuge back in Hungary, settling in the Puffy Villa in Verőce. This neo-Renaissance villa became a vibrant cultural hub, hosting poets, artists, and American ex-colleagues, affectionately known as 'Huszár's Tavern.' Tragedy struck in 1940 when, attempting to return to America via a long route through Moscow, Vladivostok, and Japan to avoid German U-boats in the Atlantic, Puffy and his wife were detained as citizens of an enemy country after Hungary entered World War II. They were sent to a Soviet internment camp, where Charles H. Puffy succumbed to diphtheria after two years of captivity. The Puffy Villa's story did not end there. It underwent a complete renovation in 2000, restoring it to its original splendor. Today, it stands as a testament to a forgotten star, offering a blend of rich history and modern amenities, including a covered swimming pool with stunning views of the Danube Bend.
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Elképesztő összegért eladó az elhunyt magyar színészlegenda álomotthona – Videó
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