Actresses born on January 16

Take a focused look at the actresses born on January 16. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1906 Diana Wynyard

  Diana Wynyard was an English stage and film actress, notable for her distinguished performances in both British and American cinema and theater during the early to mid-20th century. [bio]

• 1924 Katy Jurado

  Katy Jurado was a renowned Mexican actress who achieved significant success in both Mexican cinema and Hollywood, becoming one of the first Latin American actresses to be nominated for an Academy Award. She was known for her strong screen presence and for breaking stereotypes of Latina women in film. [bio]

• 1949 Caroline Munro

  Caroline Munro is an English actress, model, and singer, noted for her roles in horror, science fiction, and action films of the 1970s and 1980s. She is best known for her work as a Bond girl in 'The Spy Who Loved Me' and as a recurring muse for Hammer Films. [bio]

• 1982 Birgitte Hjort Sørensen

  Birgitte Hjort Sørensen is a Danish actress best known internationally for her role as reporter Katrine Fønsmark in the acclaimed Danish TV series 'Borgen.' She has also appeared in international productions, including the film 'Pitch Perfect 2' and HBO's 'Game of Thrones.' [bio]