Actresses born on October 6

Take a focused look at the actresses born on October 6. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1906 Janet Gaynor

  Janet Gaynor was an American actress and the first winner of the Academy Award for Best Actress. She gained fame during the silent film era and successfully transitioned into talkies. Gaynor is widely recognized for her roles in classics such as 'Seventh Heaven,' 'Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans,' and 'A Star Is Born.' [bio]

• 1908 Carole Lombard

  Carole Lombard was a renowned American actress best known for her roles in screwball comedies during the 1930s. Her charismatic screen presence, comic timing, and beauty made her one of Hollywood's most beloved leading ladies of her era. [bio]

• 1942 Britt Ekland

  Britt Ekland is a Swedish actress and singer internationally recognized for her roles in films from the 1960s and 1970s. She gained global fame for her performance as Bond girl Mary Goodnight in the James Bond film 'The Man with the Golden Gun' (1974) and for her role in the cult classic 'The Wicker Man' (1973). [bio]

• 1963 Elisabeth Shue

  Elisabeth Shue is an acclaimed American actress known for her roles in several prominent films during the 1980s and 1990s, including 'The Karate Kid', 'Back to the Future Part II & III', and 'Leaving Las Vegas', for which she received an Academy Award nomination. [bio]

• 1970 Amy Jo Johnson

  Amy Jo Johnson is an American actress, filmmaker, singer-songwriter, and director best known for her roles as Kimberly Hart, the original Pink Ranger in the 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' television series, and as Julie Emrick on 'Felicity.' She has also appeared in 'The Division' and 'Flashpoint.' [bio]

• 1971 Lola Dueñas

  Lola Dueñas is a Spanish actress renowned for her work in Spanish cinema and television, known especially for her collaborations with celebrated directors like Pedro Almodóvar. Her versatile performances have earned her several awards and international recognition. [bio]

• 1972 Julie du Page

  Julie du Page is a Canadian actress and model known for her work in television and film, both in North America and France. She has appeared in several popular TV shows and movies, gaining recognition for her versatility and charm. [bio]

• 1986 Olivia Thirlby

  Olivia Thirlby is an American actress best known for her roles in film and television, particularly for playing Leah in the acclaimed film 'Juno' and Judge Anderson in the 2012 movie 'Dredd'. [bio]

• 1988 Maki Horikita

  Maki Horikita is a Japanese actress and former TV personality, widely recognized for her roles in Japanese television dramas and films during the 2000s and 2010s. [bio]