Barbara Stanwyck (Born Ruby Catherine Stevens 1907–1990) was an American actress known for her versatility, strength, and magnetic screen presence. Rising to fame in the 1930s, she starred in a variety of genres, from comedies like The Lady Eve (194
Lauren Bacall (Born Betty Joan Perske  1924–2014) was an American actress known for her smoky voice, sultry presence, and strong-willed characters. She rose to fame in To Have and Have Not (1944), where she starred opposite—and later married—Hu
Humphrey Bogart (1899–1957) was an American actor and one of Hollywood’s most iconic leading men. Known for his tough-guy persona and distinctive voice, he rose to fame in the 1940s with roles in The Maltese Falcon (1941) and Casablanca (1942), the
Gary Cooper (1901–1961) was an American actor known for his understated style and rugged charm. Rising to fame in the 1920s, he became a top Hollywood star with roles in Sergeant York (1941), which earned him his first Academy Award, and High Noon (
Joan Crawford (Born Lucille Fay LeSueur 1904–1977) was an American actress and one of Hollywood’s most enduring stars. Rising to fame in the silent era, she became a top box office draw in the 1930s with films like Grand Hotel (1932) and The Women (
Judy Garland (Born Frances Ethel Gumm 1922–1969) was a legendary American actress, singer, and entertainer whose talent and emotional depth made her an enduring icon. Rising to fame as a child star with The Wizard of Oz (1939), she captivated audien
Peg Entwistle (Born Millicent Lilian 'Peg' Entwistle 1908–1932) was a British-American actress best known for her tragic death rather than her brief career. She performed in Broadway productions during the late 1920s and moved to Hollywood, where sh
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Clark Gable (1901–1960) was an American actor, often referred to as “The King of Hollywood.” Best known for his role as Rhett Butler in Gone with the Wind (1939), Gable’s rugged charm and charismatic screen presence made him one of the most popular
Carole Lombard (Born Jane Alice Peters 1908–1942) was an American actress known for her dazzling wit, comedic timing, and radiant screen presence. She became a queen of screwball comedy with films like Twentieth Century (1934), My Man Godfrey (1936)
Cary Grant (Born Archibald Leach 1904–1986) was a British-American actor known for his charm, wit, and impeccable comedic timing. Rising to fame in the 1930s, he became one of Hollywood’s most beloved leading men, starring in classics like Bringing
Jean Harlow (Born Harlean Harlow Carpenter 1911–1937) was an American actress and one of Hollywood’s first blonde bombshells. Rising to fame in the early 1930s, she became known for her beauty, charisma, and sharp comedic talent. She starred in clas
Lana Turner (Born Julia Jean Mildred Francis Turner 1921–1995) was an iconic American actress known for her beauty, charisma, and dramatic talent. Discovered at 16, she rose to fame in the 1940s with films like The Postman Always Rings Twice (1946)
Marilyn Monroe (1926–1962) was an iconic American actress, singer, and model who rose to fame in the 1950s and became a symbol of Hollywood glamour and sex appeal. Born Norma Jeane Mortenson, she overcame a troubled childhood to become one of the mo
Ella Raines (1920–1988) was an American actress known for her striking beauty and strong screen presence in the 1940s. She made her film debut in Corvette K-225 (1943) and gained fame in film noir classics like Phantom Lady (1944) and Brute Force (1
Anna May Wong (Born Wong Liu Tsong 1905–1961) was a trailblazing Chinese-American actress and the first Asian American Hollywood star. She began her career in silent films, gaining attention in The Toll of the Sea (1922) and The Thief of Bagdad (192
Rita Hayworth (1918–1987) was a celebrated American actress and dancer who became one of Hollywood’s most iconic stars of the 1940s. Born Margarita Carmen Cansino in Brooklyn, she began her career as a dancer before transitioning to film. She gained
James Stewart (1908–1997) was an American actor known for his warm, everyman persona and distinctive voice. Rising to fame in the 1930s, he starred in classics like Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) and It’s a Wonderful Life (1946). He won an Acad
Shirley Temple (Born Shirley Temple Black 1928–2014) was an American actress, singer, and dancer who became the most famous child star of the 1930s. Known for her curly hair, dimples, and cheerful personality, she starred in hit films like Bright Ey
Bette Davis (1908–1989) was a trailblazing American actress known for her intense, fearless performances and commanding screen presence. With a career spanning over five decades, she starred in classics like Jezebel (1938), Dark Victory (1939), and
Gene Tierney (1920–1991) was a celebrated American actress known for her beauty, elegance, and emotionally complex performances. She rose to fame in the 1940s with standout roles in films like Laura (1944) and Leave Her to Heaven (1945), the latter
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