Actresses who died on September 8

Take a focused look at the actresses who passed away on September 8. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1965 Dorothy Dandridge

  Dorothy Dandridge was an American actress, singer, and dancer, widely recognized as one of the first African-American film stars to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress. She broke racial barriers in Hollywood and is remembered as a pioneering figure for African-Americans in the entertainment industry. [bio]

• 1979 Jean Seberg

  Jean Seberg was an American actress best known for her starring role in the French New Wave film 'Breathless' (À bout de souffle), as well as her Hollywood debut in 'Saint Joan'. Her combination of American charm and European sensibility made her an iconic figure in international cinema during the 1960s. [bio]