Actresses born on February 12

Take a focused look at the actresses born on February 12. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1920 Shirley Yamaguchi

  Shirley Yamaguchi, also credited as Yoshiko Yamaguchi and Li Xianglan, was a Japanese actress and singer who became internationally recognized for her roles in Japanese and Chinese films before, during, and after World War II. She later became a prominent television host and politician. [bio]

• 1934 Annette Crosbie

  Annette Crosbie is a Scottish actress best known for her roles in television and film, particularly her performances in 'One Foot in the Grave', 'The Six Wives of Henry VIII', and the film 'Calendar Girls.' Renowned for her versatility and strong stage presence, Crosbie has had a distinguished career spanning over six decades. [bio]

• 1945 Maud Adams

  Maud Adams is a Swedish actress best known for her roles as a Bond girl in two James Bond films: 'The Man with the Golden Gun' (1974) and as the title character in 'Octopussy' (1983). She has enjoyed a diverse international career in film, television, and modeling. [bio]

• 1953 Joanna Kerns

  Joanna Kerns is an American actress and director, best known for her role as Maggie Seaver on the hit television series 'Growing Pains.' Active in Hollywood since the 1970s, she has also established a successful second career as a television director. [bio]

• 1954 Bibiana Fernández

  Bibiana Fernández is a Spanish actress, singer, and television presenter. She is known for her work in Spanish cinema, particularly in films directed by Pedro Almodóvar. [bio]

• 1965 Christine Elise

  Christine Elise is an American actress best known for her roles in the TV series 'Beverly Hills, 90210' and the 'Child's Play' film franchise. She has also appeared in 'ER' and has worked as a writer and director. [bio]

• 1973 Tara Strong

  Tara Strong is a Canadian-American actress and voice artist renowned for her extensive work in animation and video games. She is best known for voicing characters such as Timmy Turner in 'The Fairly OddParents,' Bubbles in 'The Powerpuff Girls,' Raven in 'Teen Titans,' and Twilight Sparkle in 'My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic.' [bio]

• 1974 Lisa Brenner

  Lisa Brenner is an American actress best known for her roles in film and television, including her appearance in the historical drama film 'The Patriot.' She has also had recurring roles in several television series. [bio]

• 1980 Christina Ricci

  Christina Ricci is an American actress renowned for her work in both film and television, especially for her portrayals of dark, quirky characters. Rising to fame as a child star in the early 1990s, she has built a reputation for her versatility and distinctive screen presence. [bio]