Actresses born on August 15

Take a focused look at the actresses born on August 15. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1912 Wendy Hiller

  Wendy Hiller was an acclaimed English stage and film actress known for her distinguished career spanning over six decades. Renowned for her work with playwright George Bernard Shaw, she starred in both classic theatre productions and major films. [bio]

• 1923 Rose Marie

  Rose Marie was an American actress, singer, and comedian best known for her role as Sally Rogers on the classic television sitcom 'The Dick Van Dyke Show.' She began her career as a child performer in vaudeville and radio under the name 'Baby Rose Marie' and became one of the most recognizable characters in American television history. [bio]

• 1943 Barbara Bouchet

  Barbara Bouchet is a German-American actress and entrepreneur best known for her work in European cinema, particularly Italian films from the 1970s. She has appeared in more than 80 films, including 'Casino Royale' (1967) and numerous Italian comedies, giallo, and crime movies. Bouchet is also recognized for her role in the Italian film 'Don't Torture a Duckling' (1972) and for … [bio]

• 1947 Rakhee Gulzar

  Rakhee Gulzar, popularly known as Rakhee, is an acclaimed Indian actress who was prominent in Hindi cinema from the late 1960s through the 1990s. She is known for her powerful performances in both leading and supporting roles, appearing in some of Bollywood's most memorable films. [bio]

• 1968 Debra Messing

  Debra Messing is an American actress best known for her starring role as Grace Adler in the NBC sitcom 'Will & Grace,' for which she has received critical acclaim and multiple award nominations. [bio]

• 1990 Jennifer Lawrence

  Jennifer Lawrence is an American actress who gained worldwide recognition for her performances in films such as 'The Hunger Games' series, 'Silver Linings Playbook,' and 'X-Men: First Class.' She is known for her versatile acting skills and has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award. [bio]

• 1994 Alice Englert

  Alice Englert is an Australian actress, director, writer, singer, and songwriter, best known for her roles in films such as 'Beautiful Creatures' and 'Ginger & Rosa.' She is the daughter of renowned director Jane Campion and filmmaker Colin Englert. [bio]