Actresses born on August 11

Take a focused look at the actresses born on August 11. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1928 Arlene Dahl

  Arlene Dahl was an American actress best known for her performances in MGM films of the 1940s and 1950s. She was also a successful businesswoman, columnist, and beauty consultant. [bio]

• 1932 Keiko Kishi

  Keiko Kishi is a Japanese actress, writer, and UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador, renowned for her extensive film career and work in international cinema. Active since the early 1950s, she has appeared in numerous acclaimed Japanese and French films, gaining critical recognition for her performances and cultural contributions. [bio]

• 1958 Valérie Stroh

  Valérie Stroh is a French actress, film director, and screenwriter known for her contributions to French cinema since the 1970s. She has appeared in numerous films and television series and is recognized for both her acting and her work behind the camera. [bio]

• 1965 Viola Davis

  Viola Davis is an acclaimed American actress and producer, known for her powerful performances across film, television, and stage. She is widely recognized for her achievements as one of the few performers to win the Triple Crown of Acting: an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and two Tony Awards. [bio]

• 1965 Embeth Davidtz

  Embeth Davidtz is a South African-American actress best known for prominent roles in films such as 'Schindler's List,' 'Matilda,' and 'The Amazing Spider-Man.' She has built a versatile career in both film and television, earning acclaim for her performances in a wide range of genres. [bio]

• 1968 Anna Gunn

  Anna Gunn is an American actress best known for her role as Skyler White on the critically acclaimed television series Breaking Bad. She has received significant recognition for her work, including winning two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. [bio]

• 1968 Sophie Okonedo

  Sophie Okonedo is a British actress and narrator known for her acclaimed performances in film, television, and theater. She gained international recognition for her role in the film 'Hotel Rwanda' (2004), which earned her an Academy Award nomination. [bio]

• 1985 Jacqueline Fernandez

  Jacqueline Fernandez is a Sri Lankan actress, former model, and winner of the Miss Universe Sri Lanka pageant in 2006. She is best known for her work in the Indian film industry, especially Bollywood, where she has appeared in numerous commercially successful films. [bio]

• 1993 Alyson Stoner

  Alyson Stoner is an American actress, singer, and dancer, known for her roles in various Disney Channel productions and popular dance films in the 2000s. [bio]