1905 - 1977
Joan Crawford was an American actress and one of the most prominent stars of classic Hollywood, known for her versatile performances in films spanning several decades from the 1920s to the 1970s. She gained acclaim for roles in movies such as "Mildred Pierce," for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress, and was recognized for her strong, independent female characters. Crawford's tumultuous personal life and complex relationships also contributed to her enduring legacy in the film industry.