Christa Linder | |
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 Linder in Italian Graffiti (1973) | |
| Born | December 3, 1943 |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1964–1982 (film & TV) |
| Beauty pageant titleholder | |
| Title | Miss Austria 1962 |
| Major competition(s) | Miss Austria 1962 (Winner) Miss Universe 1962 (Top 15) |
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