“She was Hollywood royalty—and lived to 104 👑✨” From her unforgettable role in Gone with the Wind to receiving royal honors at 101, this screen legend defined an era of cinema. What made her so timeless—and how did she continue to shine long after the spotlight faded? Full story in the article below 👇
When we talk about the icons of Hollywood’s Golden Age, her name is among the first ones that come to our mind. Born in Tokyo, she moved to California when she was still a child. The emerging star made her debut in the 1930s gaining recognition for her roles in «Captain Blood» and «The Adventures of Robin Hood». However, no one will deny that her most praiseworthy role was in «Gone with the Wind» that made her a true icon of cinema.
She brilliantly portrayed Melanie standing in contrast to V. Leigh. She received her first Academy Award nomination for Best Actress later proving her big talent by appearing in «To Each His Own» and «The Heiress» becoming one of the most versatile actresses of all time. No one will deny that she made a lasting impact on Hollywood. In her later years, Dame appeared on screen but still very rarely.
It is worth mentioning that she has become the Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2017 at the age of 101 in 2017. Despite her age and retirement, she still remained a beloved and fabulous figure in the entertainment industry. It was in 2020 that she peacefully passed away at the age of 104. She will always remain the epitome of femininity and glamour of Hollywood being a 2-time Oscar winner.
