Linda Geiser
Linda Geiser | |
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| Born | Linda Geiser May 13, 1935 Köniz, Switzerland |
| Citizenship | Swiss |
| Education | University of the Arts Bern HB Studio |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, art patron |
| Years active | 1954–present |
Linda Geiser (born May 13, 1935) is a Swiss film and television actress and art patron who was primarily known for her roles in Swiss television and theatre productions, such as Lüthi und Blanc in the 2000s.
Since 1961, Geiser has permanently resided in New York City, where she had been active as patron of the arts. She was among the founders of the Swiss Institute Contemporary Art New York which promotes Swiss artists. Her patronage includes the Bern stipend program which gives artists the opportunity to train in New York each year under Geiser's guidance.