Actresses born on August 22

Take a focused look at the actresses born on August 22. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1922 Micheline Presle

  Micheline Presle is a renowned French actress with a career spanning over eight decades, known for her work in French cinema as well as several international films. Rising to prominence in the 1940s, she became a beloved star in both European and Hollywood productions. [bio]

• 1925 Honor Blackman

  Honor Blackman was an acclaimed English actress best known for her roles as Cathy Gale in the television series 'The Avengers' and as Pussy Galore in the James Bond film 'Goldfinger' (1964). Renowned for her strong screen presence and distinctive voice, she became an icon of 1960s British pop culture. [bio]

• 1933 Sylva Koscina

  Sylva Koscina was a Yugoslav-Italian actress best known for her roles in Italian and international films during the 1950s and 1960s. She gained widespread recognition through her notable performances in the 'Hercules' film series and worked alongside leading European and American actors. [bio]

• 1939 Valerie Harper

  Valerie Harper was an acclaimed American actress and comedian best known for her role as Rhoda Morgenstern on the television sitcoms 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and its spin-off 'Rhoda.' Her career spanned stage, television, and film, earning her numerous awards and recognition. [bio]

• 1947 Cindy Williams

  Cindy Williams was an American actress and producer best known for her role as Shirley Feeney on the television sitcom 'Laverne & Shirley.' Her performance on the show made her a household name in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Williams also appeared in notable films such as 'American Graffiti' and 'The Conversation.' [bio]

• 1973 Kristen Wiig

  Kristen Wiig is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer known for her work on 'Saturday Night Live' and in comedy films such as 'Bridesmaids', 'Ghostbusters', and 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty'. She is known for her versatile comic performances and has received multiple award nominations throughout her career. [bio]

• 1984 Katie Stuart

  Katie Stuart is a Canadian actress known for her roles in television and film, notably in science fiction and fantasy genres. She has gained recognition for her performances in series such as 'Stargate SG-1' and the film 'X2: X-Men United.' [bio]