Dhorkë Orgocka (25 October 1937 – 31 August 2002) was an Albanian actress.[1]
Dhorkë Orgocka | |
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Born | 25 October 1937 Korçë, Albania |
Died | 31 August 2002 (aged 64), Tirane, Albania |
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 1953–2002 |
Spouse | Dhimiter Orgocka (m. ? - 2002) |
Children | 2 |
Awards | ![]() |
She was born in Korçë. From the age of 16, she was active with the amateur troupe of Korca Theater as a dramatic and comic actress, as a singer as a dancer. In 1951 she was one of the first female actresses of Albanian professional theater. She appeared in drama, comedy and variety films.[2]
She received the award of Merited Artist of Albania for her contribution in film and theatre. A road in Tirana and Korce bears her name.[3]
Orgocka was married to Albanian actor and director Dhimiter Orgocka until her death.[4] She died in Tirana on 31 August 2002. She was buried in Korçë, and was survived by her husband and two sons.