Actresses born on May 19

Take a focused look at the actresses born on May 19. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1905 Natalie Kingston

  Natalie Kingston was an American actress who gained fame in the silent film era and into the early sound era. She is best known for her roles in comedies, particularly as the female lead in the 1928 'Tarzan the Mighty' film serial. [bio]

• 1924 Nathalie Nattier

  Nathalie Nattier was a French actress best known for her work in French cinema during the 1940s and 1950s. She was recognized for her performances in films such as 'Les Dames du Bois de Boulogne' and 'Les Enfants Terribles.' [bio]

• 1939 Nancy Kwan

  Nancy Kwan is a Hong Kong-born American actress and dancer best known for her roles in groundbreaking films such as 'The World of Suzie Wong' (1960) and 'Flower Drum Song' (1961), which helped pave the way for wider recognition of Asian actors in Hollywood. [bio]

• 1972 Claudia Karvan

  Claudia Karvan is an acclaimed Australian actress, producer, and writer, best known for her roles in television series such as 'The Secret Life of Us,' 'Love My Way,' and 'Doctor Doctor.' She is recognized as one of Australia's leading performers with a career spanning over three decades. [bio]

• 1982 Rebecca Hall

  Rebecca Hall is an English actress and filmmaker known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theatre. She gained recognition for her roles in movies such as 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona,' 'The Town,' 'Christine,' and also directed the acclaimed film 'Passing.' [bio]