Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn lived from 1929 to 1993, a career spanning 45 years. Their work continues to be celebrated by fans worldwide.
Audrey Hepburn is widely regarded as one of the greatest Actors of their generation, with a career that has defined the industry.
Audrey Hepburn (born Audrey Kathleen Ruston; 4 May 1929 – 20 January 1993) was a British actress and humanitarian. Recognised as both a film and fashion icon, she was ranked by the American Film Institute as the third-greatest female screen legend from the Classical Hollywood cinema and was inducted into the International Best Dressed List Hall of Fame. Born in Ixelles, Brussels, to an aristocratic family, Hepburn spent parts of her childhood in Belgium, England, and the Netherlands.
"Her breakout role as Princess Ann in the 1953 film 'Roman Holiday' catapulted her to stardom, earning her an Academy Award for Best Actress." — About Audrey Hepburn
| Metric | Audrey Hepburn | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 63 | 53 | +10 yrs |
| Career length | 45 yrs | ~35 yrs | +10 yrs |
| Based on 3888 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Audrey Hepburn
Did you know that Audrey Hepburn almost didn't get the lead role in Roman Holiday because she was considered too unknown, and director William Wyler only cast her after seeing her screen test?
- Her mother, Ella van Heemstra, was a Dutch baroness, giving Audrey an aristocratic lineage.
- She initially trained rigorously as a ballerina and aspired to become a professional dancer before acting.
- During WWII, she performed secret ballet shows to raise funds for the Dutch resistance movement.
- She was fluent in five languages: English, Dutch, French, Spanish, and Italian.
- Audrey Hepburn famously turned down the lead role in 'The Diary of Anne Frank' due to personal connection to the war.
Her breakout role as Princess Ann in the 1953 film 'Roman Holiday' catapulted her to stardom, earning her an Academy Award for Best Actress. This performance established her as a fresh, elegant presence in Hollywood, far removed from the more overtly glamorous stars of the era, defining her unique appeal.
Audrey Hepburn's timeless elegance, iconic fashion sense, and dedicated humanitarian work continue to inspire generations worldwide, solidifying her status as a global icon of grace and compassion.
