Actresses who died on August 14

Take a focused look at the actresses who passed away on August 14. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1969 Sigrid Gurie

  Sigrid Gurie was a Norwegian-American actress known primarily for her roles in Hollywood films during the late 1930s and early 1940s. She gained initial fame for her part as the female lead in "The Adventures of Marco Polo" (1938) and appeared in various films before her career was cut short by personal and professional difficulties. [bio]

• 2012 Phyllis Thaxter

  Phyllis Thaxter was an American actress best known for her work in film, television, and theater during Hollywood's Golden Age. She is particularly recognized for her role as Martha Kent in the 1978 film 'Superman', as well as for her performances in classic films and numerous television shows throughout the 1940s and 1950s. [bio]