Actresses born on January 12

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

• 1910 Luise Rainer

  Luise Rainer was a German-born actress who became internationally renowned after becoming the first person to win consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actress, for her roles in 'The Great Ziegfeld' (1936) and 'The Good Earth' (1937). Celebrated for her emotional depth and unique presence, she is considered one of Hollywood's legendary figures from the Golden Age. [bio]

• 1937 Shirley Eaton

  Shirley Eaton is an English actress and author best known for her iconic role as Jill Masterson in the James Bond film 'Goldfinger' (1964), where she appeared famously painted in gold. She became a major British film star in the 1950s and 1960s and is regarded as a movie icon from the era. [bio]

• 1951 Kirstie Alley

  Kirstie Alley was an American actress and spokesmodel, widely known for her roles in popular television series and films from the 1980s onward. [bio]

• 1973 Sakshi Tanwar

  Sakshi Tanwar is an acclaimed Indian television and film actress best known for her roles in popular Hindi TV serials, notably as Parvati Agarwal in 'Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii' and Priya Sharma in 'Bade Achhe Lagte Hain'. [bio]

• 1976 Miki Nakatani

  Miki Nakatani is a Japanese actress and singer known for her versatile performances in film, television, and music. She gained international recognition for her roles in critically acclaimed films such as 'Ring' and 'Memories of Matsuko.' Nakatani has also released several successful singles and albums as a pop singer. [bio]

• 1984 Taraneh Alidoosti

  Taraneh Alidoosti is an acclaimed Iranian actress renowned for her performances in both Iranian cinema and theater. She is widely recognized for her collaborations with celebrated director Asghar Farhadi, starring in award-winning films like 'About Elly' and 'The Salesman.' Alidoosti is considered one of the leading actresses of her generation in Iran. [bio]

• 1985 Issa Rae

  Issa Rae is an American actress, writer, and producer, best known for creating and starring in the HBO television series 'Insecure.' She first gained widespread attention with her web series 'The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl.' Rae has become a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, celebrated for her authentic storytelling and exploration of Black identity. [bio]

• 1987 Naya Rivera

  Naya Rivera was an American actress, singer, and model best known for her role as Santana Lopez on the television series 'Glee'. Rivera was celebrated for her powerful performances and vocal talent, and she became an influential figure in LGBT representation on television. [bio]