Hollywood has been home to some of the most talented and influential actresses in film history. From the Golden Age of cinema to today’s blockbuster stars, these women have captivated audiences with their performances, charisma, and versatility.
In this blog post, we celebrate the top 200 Hollywood actresses who have left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Whether they’re Oscar-winning legends, action heroes, or rising talents, each of these women has contributed to the magic of movies.
Categories of Hollywood Actresses
To make this list easier to navigate, we’ve divided the actresses into different eras and genres:
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Golden Age Legends (Classic Hollywood)
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90s & Early 2000s Icons
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Modern Powerhouses (2010s–Present)
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Oscar-Winning & Critically Acclaimed Stars
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Action & Blockbuster Leading Ladies
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Comedy & Rom-Com Queens
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Indie & Arthouse Favorites
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Rising Stars & Breakout Performers
1. Golden Age Legends (Classic Hollywood Icons)
These women defined Hollywood’s golden era with timeless performances.
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Audrey Hepburn
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Bette Davis
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Grace Kelly
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Ingrid Bergman
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Katharine Hepburn
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Lauren Bacall
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Marilyn Monroe
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Elizabeth Taylor
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Judy Garland
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Greta Garbo
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Joan Crawford
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Barbara Stanwyck
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Vivien Leigh
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Rita Hayworth
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Claudette Colbert
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Myrna Loy
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Shirley Temple
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Jean Harlow
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Olivia de Havilland
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Deborah Kerr
2. 90s & Early 2000s Icons
These actresses dominated the silver screen in the 90s and early 2000s.
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Julia Roberts
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Meryl Streep
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Sandra Bullock
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Nicole Kidman
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Reese Witherspoon
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Cameron Diaz
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Drew Barrymore
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Halle Berry
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Angelina Jolie
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Charlize Theron
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Winona Ryder
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Meg Ryan
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Kate Winslet
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Gwyneth Paltrow
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Michelle Pfeiffer
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Jennifer Lopez
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Natalie Portman
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Renée Zellweger
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Salma Hayek
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Catherine Zeta-Jones
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Uma Thurman
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Lucy Liu
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Toni Collette
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Hilary Swank
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Kirsten Dunst
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Neve Campbell
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Claire Danes
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Julianne Moore
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Thandiwe Newton
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Maggie Gyllenhaal
3. Modern Powerhouses (2010s–Present)
Today’s biggest stars who continue to redefine Hollywood.
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Jennifer Lawrence
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Emma Stone
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Scarlett Johansson
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Margot Robbie
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Anne Hathaway
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Natalie Portman
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Amy Adams
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Jessica Chastain
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Cate Blanchett
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Viola Davis
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Emily Blunt
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Lupita Nyong’o
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Elizabeth Olsen
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Florence Pugh
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Zendaya
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Brie Larson
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Dakota Johnson
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Saoirse Ronan
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Rachel McAdams
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Rooney Mara
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Gal Gadot
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Kristen Stewart
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Alicia Vikander
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Jennifer Garner
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Lily James
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Janelle Monáe
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Emma Watson
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Gugu Mbatha-Raw
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Rebecca Ferguson
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Hailee Steinfeld
4. Oscar-Winning & Critically Acclaimed Stars
Actresses known for their award-winning performances.
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Frances McDormand
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Kate Winslet
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Julianne Moore
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Michelle Williams
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Rachel Weisz
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Olivia Colman
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Emma Thompson
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Helena Bonham Carter
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Tilda Swinton
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Lupita Nyong’o
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Kathy Bates
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Judi Dench
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Marion Cotillard
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Penélope Cruz
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Holly Hunter
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Mo'Nique
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Allison Janney
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Helen Mirren
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Nicole Beharie
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Laura Dern
5. Action & Blockbuster Leading Ladies
Women who dominate action, sci-fi, and superhero films.
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Gal Gadot
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Zoe Saldana
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Brie Larson
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Millie Bobby Brown
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Florence Pugh
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Zendaya
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Ana de Armas
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Daisy Ridley
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Karen Gillan
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Elizabeth Olsen
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Angelina Jolie
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Emily Blunt
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Charlize Theron
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Michelle Yeoh
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Scarlett Johansson
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Evangeline Lilly
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Rebecca Ferguson
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Jessica Alba
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Natalie Portman
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Jennifer Lawrence
6. Comedy & Rom-Com Queens
Actresses who bring laughter and charm to the screen.
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Tina Fey
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Amy Poehler
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Kristen Wiig
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Melissa McCarthy
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Rebel Wilson
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Anna Kendrick
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Zooey Deschanel
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Rachel McAdams
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Kate Hudson
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Jennifer Aniston
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Cameron Diaz
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Drew Barrymore
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Sandra Bullock
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Kaley Cuoco
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Isla Fisher
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Mindy Kaling
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus
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Sarah Jessica Parker
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Christina Applegate
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Nia Vardalos
7. Indie & Arthouse Favorites
Actresses known for bold, unconventional roles.
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Greta Gerwig
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Saoirse Ronan
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Rooney Mara
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Elle Fanning
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Dakota Johnson
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Mia Wasikowska
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Carey Mulligan
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Andrea Riseborough
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Tessa Thompson
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Awkwafina
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Parker Posey
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Chloë Sevigny
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Mary Elizabeth Winstead
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Lily Gladstone
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Imogen Poots
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Olivia Cooke
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Aubrey Plaza
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Noémie Merlant
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Zazie Beetz
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Lola Kirke
8. Rising Stars & Breakout Performers
The next generation of Hollywood talent.
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Anya Taylor-Joy
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Florence Pugh
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Beanie Feldstein
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Kaitlyn Dever
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Thomasin McKenzie
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Jodie Comer
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Lashana Lynch
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Haley Lu Richardson
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Yara Shahidi
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Joey King
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Julia Garner
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Amandla Stenberg
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Hunter Schafer
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Bella Ramsey
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Sophie Turner
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Sydney Sweeney
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Maya Hawke
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Emma Mackey
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Jenna Ortega
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Rachel Zegler
Bonus Picks: Legends & Underrated Icons
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Shirley MacLaine
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Vanessa Redgrave
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Glenn Close
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Angela Bassett
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Diahann Carroll
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Cicely Tyson
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Jane Fonda
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Lily Tomlin
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Debbie Reynolds
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Sigourney Weaver
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Linda Hamilton
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Marcia Gay Harden
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Patricia Clarkson
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Annette Bening
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Taraji P. Henson
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Monica Bellucci
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Thora Birch
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Julianne Nicholson
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Marisa Tomei
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Kim Basinger
Final Thoughts
This list celebrates the incredible talent of Hollywood actresses across generations. Whether you love classic films, modern blockbusters, or indie gems, these women have shaped cinema in unforgettable ways.
Who’s your favorite actress? Did we miss anyone? Let us know in the comments!
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