Actresses who died on March 31

Take a focused look at the actresses who passed away on March 31. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1972 Meena Kumari

  Meena Kumari was a renowned Indian actress and poet, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential figures in Hindi cinema. Known as the 'Tragedy Queen,' she was celebrated for her emotionally resonant performances in a career that spanned over three decades. [bio]

• 2003 Anne Gwynne

  Anne Gwynne was an American actress and model, best known for her roles in horror films during the 1940s and as one of the pioneering scream queens of Hollywood's Golden Age. She worked extensively in Universal Pictures' horror productions and was also a popular pin-up model during World War II. [bio]