Actresses who died on May 7

Take a focused look at the actresses who passed away on May 7. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1985 Dawn Addams

  Dawn Addams was a British actress known for her film and television roles during the 1950s and 1960s, including notable appearances in movies such as 'The Moon Is Blue' and 'The Hour of 13'. [bio]

• 1993 Mary Philbin

  Mary Philbin was an American silent film actress, best known for her role as Christine Daaé in the 1925 film adaptation of 'The Phantom of the Opera.' She was a prominent star during the 1920s and is considered one of the iconic figures of the silent film era. [bio]