Actresses born on December 29

Take a focused look at the actresses born on December 29. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1920 Viveca Lindfors

  Viveca Lindfors was a Swedish actress known for her extensive career in film, stage, and television, predominantly in Sweden and the United States. She gained international recognition in the 1940s and went on to appear in over 100 roles, including major Hollywood productions and Broadway performances. [bio]

• 1936 Mary Tyler Moore

  Mary Tyler Moore was an iconic American actress, producer, and social advocate, renowned for revolutionizing the portrayal of women on television through her comedic and dramatic roles. She is best known for her roles in 'The Dick Van Dyke Show' and 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show,' both of which earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards. [bio]

• 1938 Barbara Steele

  Barbara Steele is an English actress and film producer best known for her iconic roles in European horror films of the 1960s, particularly Italian gothic horror cinema. She gained a cult following for her performances in movies such as 'Black Sunday' and is considered a classic Scream Queen of genre cinema. [bio]

• 1959 Patricia Clarkson

  Patricia Clarkson is an American actress renowned for her versatile work in film, television, and theater. She has received critical acclaim and numerous awards throughout her career, including a Primetime Emmy Award and nominations for an Academy Award and multiple Golden Globes. [bio]

• 1966 Alexandra Kamp

  Alexandra Kamp is a German actress and model recognized for her work in films and television across Germany and internationally, particularly during the late 1990s and 2000s. She is known for her appearances in European cinema, television serials, and several English-language productions. [bio]

• 1969 Jennifer Ehle

  Jennifer Ehle is a British-American actress best known for her role as Elizabeth Bennet in the BBC's 1995 adaptation of 'Pride and Prejudice.' She has received critical acclaim and several awards for her work in television, film, and stage. [bio]

• 1972 Leonor Varela

  Leonor Varela is a Chilean actress and model best known for her leading roles in films such as 'Cleopatra' (1999) and 'Blade II' (2002). She has built an international career, appearing in Hollywood productions as well as major Latin American and European films. [bio]

• 1978 Ali Hillis

  Ali Hillis is an American actress and voice actress best known for her work in video games, animation, and television. She has lent her voice to iconic characters such as Lightning in the Final Fantasy XIII video game series, and has appeared in numerous television shows and films. [bio]

• 1981 Charlotte Riley

  Charlotte Riley is an English actress recognized for her performances in television and film, particularly for her roles in "Wuthering Heights" (2009 TV film) and the series "Peaky Blinders." [bio]

• 1982 Alison Brie

  Alison Brie is an American actress best known for her roles on the television series 'Community' and 'Mad Men', as well as in the Netflix series 'GLOW'. [bio]

• 1989 Jane Levy

  Jane Levy is an American actress recognized for her leading roles in television series such as 'Suburgatory' and 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist', as well as her performances in films like 'Evil Dead' (2013) and 'Don't Breathe' (2016). [bio]