Katharine Hepburn

American actress whose career as a leading lady on stage and screen spanned six decades

Katharine Houghton Hepburn was an American actress whose career as a leading lady on stage and screen spanned six decades. Known for her headstrong independence, spirited personality, and outspokenness, she cultivated a screen persona that matched this public image, and regularly played strong-willed, sophisticated women. She worked in a varied range of genres, from screwball comedy to literary drama. Her accolades include a record four Academy Awards for Best Actress, two British Academy Film Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award, in addition to nominations for two Tony Awards, two Grammy Awards and eight Golden Globe Awards. Read more on

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Lived from
1907 - 2003 (Died age 96)
Birthday:
12th May 1907
Gender:
Female
Star Sign:
Taurus
Place of Birth:
Hartford
Country:
United States of America

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