Actresses born on June 16

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

• 1910 Ilona Massey

  Ilona Massey was a Hungarian-American actress, singer, and performer best known for her roles in Hollywood musicals and classic horror films during the 1930s and 1940s. She achieved fame for her glamorous persona and frequent performances opposite top stars of her era. [bio]

• 1922 Frances Rafferty

  Frances Rafferty was an American actress and dancer best known for her appearances in MGM films in the 1940s and her role on the television sitcom 'December Bride.' [bio]

• 1924 Faith Domergue

  Faith Domergue was an American film and television actress, best known for her roles in science fiction and horror films during the 1950s. She became particularly recognized for her performances in movies such as 'It Came from Beneath the Sea' and 'This Island Earth.' [bio]

• 1934 Eileen Atkins

  Eileen Atkins is an acclaimed English actress and screenwriter, known for her extensive work on stage, television, and in film. She has enjoyed a distinguished career spanning seven decades, with numerous major acting awards and critical acclaim. [bio]

• 1943 Joan Van Ark

  Joan Van Ark is an American actress best known for her role as Valene Ewing on the television soap opera 'Knots Landing.' She has enjoyed a prolific career in television, theater, and voice acting, earning acclaim for her performances on both stage and screen. [bio]

• 1955 Laurie Metcalf

  Laurie Metcalf is an American actress known for her versatile roles in television, film, and theater. She achieved widespread fame for her role as Jackie Harris on the long-running sitcom 'Roseanne,' and is celebrated for her work on Broadway and in films. [bio]

• 1980 Sibel Kekilli

  Sibel Kekilli is a German actress of Turkish descent, internationally recognized for her role as Shae in the hit HBO television series Game of Thrones. She has also gained critical acclaim for her performances in German cinema, especially for her breakthrough role in the film 'Head-On' (Gegen die Wand). [bio]