Actresses born on July 4

Take a focused look at the actresses born on July 4. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1898 Gertrude Lawrence

  Gertrude Lawrence was a renowned English actress, singer, and dancer, celebrated for her performances in musical theatre, particularly in London's West End and on Broadway. She is best known for her leading roles in classic productions such as 'Private Lives' and 'The King and I,' for which she won the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical. [bio]

• 1910 Gloria Stuart

  Gloria Stuart was an American actress, visual artist, and activist, best known for her role as the elder Rose Dawson in James Cameron’s 'Titanic' (1997), for which she was nominated for an Academy Award. [bio]

• 1912 Viviane Romance

  Viviane Romance was a prominent French actress, known for her roles in French cinema during the 1930s to the 1950s. She was celebrated for her portrayals of femme fatale characters and contributed significantly to the Golden Age of French cinema. [bio]

• 1924 Eva Marie Saint

  Eva Marie Saint is an acclaimed American actress with a career spanning over seven decades in film, television, and theater. She is best known for her roles in 'On the Waterfront' and Alfred Hitchcock's 'North by Northwest.' Saint is recognized for her versatility, understated style, and longevity in Hollywood. [bio]

• 1927 Gina Lollobrigida

  Gina Lollobrigida was an iconic Italian actress, photojournalist, and sculptor, considered one of the leading stars of European cinema during the 1950s and 1960s. She gained international fame for her work in films both in Europe and Hollywood. [bio]

• 1958 Jenny Seagrove

  Jenny Seagrove is an English actress known for her extensive work in television, film, and theatre since the early 1980s. She is best recognized for her role as Jo Mills in the hit television drama 'Judge John Deed'. [bio]

• 1959 Victoria Abril

  Victoria Abril is an acclaimed Spanish actress and singer, best known for her extensive and celebrated career in Spanish and international cinema, particularly for her collaborations with director Pedro Almodóvar. [bio]

• 1986 Fanny Valette

  Fanny Valette is a French actress known for her work in film and television, most notably the lead role in the 2005 drama 'La Petite Jérusalem.' [bio]