Actresses born on April 5

Take a focused look at the actresses born on April 5. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1908 Bette Davis

  Bette Davis was an iconic American actress renowned for her intense acting style and for portraying strong, complex female characters in a career that spanned more than 50 years. She appeared in over 100 films, earning a reputation as one of Hollywood’s greatest leading ladies, and won two Academy Awards for Best Actress. [bio]

• 1922 Gale Storm

  Gale Storm was an American actress and singer best known for her starring roles in the 1950s television series 'My Little Margie' and 'The Gale Storm Show: Oh! Susanna.' She also enjoyed success as a recording artist with several hit songs during the same decade. [bio]

• 1944 Willeke van Ammelrooy

  Willeke van Ammelrooy is a Dutch actress and director celebrated for her work in European cinema, particularly Dutch and Belgian film. She rose to international prominence through her performances in award-winning movies and remains a prominent figure in Dutch film and television. [bio]

• 1962 Lana Clarkson

  Lana Clarkson was an American actress and model best known for her roles in fantasy B-movies during the 1980s and for her tragic death in 2003. She gained recognition starring in the cult film 'Barbarian Queen' and other Roger Corman productions. [bio]

• 1971 Krista Allen

  Krista Allen is an American actress and model, best known for her roles in television series such as 'Days of Our Lives' and 'Baywatch Hawaii', as well as in films like 'The Final Destination' and 'Liar Liar.' [bio]

• 1982 Hayley Atwell

  Hayley Atwell is a British and American actress best known for her role as Peggy Carter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, particularly the "Captain America" films and the television series "Agent Carter." In addition to her work with Marvel, Atwell has earned critical acclaim for her performances in period dramas such as "Brideshead Revisited" and "The Duchess," and in television … [bio]

• 1989 Lily James

  Lily James is a British actress known for her roles in television, film, and stage. She gained prominence for her performances in productions such as 'Downton Abbey' and 'Cinderella.' [bio]