Actresses born on May 17

Take a focused look at the actresses born on May 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1909 Magda Schneider

  Magda Schneider was a German actress and singer, known for her work in films during the 1930s and 1940s, as well as for being the mother of the renowned actress Romy Schneider. [bio]

• 1911 Maureen O'Sullivan

  Maureen O'Sullivan was an Irish-American actress best known for playing Jane Parker in the Tarzan film series of the 1930s and 1940s. With a career spanning over six decades, she appeared in more than 60 films and was regarded as one of the era's prominent leading ladies. [bio]

• 1965 Paige Turco

  Paige Turco is an American actress best known for her roles in teenage and family-oriented films and TV dramas, particularly as April O'Neil in the 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' film series and as a main cast member on shows like 'The 100' and 'Party of Five.' [bio]

• 1965 Claudia Koll

  Claudia Koll is an Italian actress who gained widespread recognition in the early 1990s for her leading role in the erotic film 'Così fan tutte.' She later turned towards television, stage, and religious activities, sharing her journey of faith conversion. [bio]

• 1966 Cynda Williams

  Cynda Williams is an American actress and singer, best known for her film debut in 'Mo' Better Blues' (1990), as well as her roles in 'One False Move' (1992) and 'Diary of a Hitman' (1991). She has also made appearances in television series and stage productions, and has released music over her career. [bio]

• 1973 Sasha Alexander

  Sasha Alexander is an American actress best known for her roles in television series such as 'NCIS' and 'Rizzoli & Isles.' [bio]

• 1986 Erin Richards

  Erin Richards is a Welsh actress, director, and writer, best known for her roles on television series such as 'Gotham' and 'Breaking In.' She has gained notable recognition for her portrayal of Barbara Kean in the Fox TV drama 'Gotham.' [bio]

• 1988 Nikki Reed

  Nikki Reed is an American actress, screenwriter, and singer-songwriter best known for her role as Rosalie Hale in 'The Twilight Saga' film series. She first gained recognition for co-writing and starring in the 2003 film 'Thirteen.' [bio]

• 1988 Karrueche Tran

  Karrueche Tran is an American actress and model best known for her role as Virginia Loc on the TNT series 'Claws' and for her modeling work. She first came to public attention due to her high-profile relationship with singer Chris Brown and later established a successful acting career. [bio]

• 1989 Olivia Luccardi

  Olivia Luccardi is an American actress and producer, best known for her roles in horror and drama films, as well as for notable appearances in television series such as 'Orange Is the New Black' and 'The Deuce.' [bio]

• 1990 Leven Rambin

  Leven Rambin is an American actress best known for her roles in popular TV series such as 'All My Children', 'Grey's Anatomy', and 'Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles', as well as films like 'The Hunger Games'. [bio]