Gella Allaert

Angèle ‘Gella’ Allaert, born in 1910 on the coast of Ostend, was a woman of many talents: harpist, actress, and theater pioneer. After a flying start as a harpist in the Kursaal orchestra, she conquered the Flemish theater world, with starring roles in the KVS in Brussels and the KNS in Antwerp. Her versatility took her from tragedy to comedy, always with a unique flair.

Later, Gella also shone on screen, with appearances in Wij, Heren van Zichem and other classics. And as if that wasn’t enough, she also founded her own drama school, inspiring a new generation of actors. Her son and renowned actor Frank Aendenboom was undoubtedly also inspired by his mother.