While there isn’t a consensus of the timeframe of Hollywood’s Golden Age, what remains unarguable is the names that dominated the scenes for most of the 20th century. These actors and actresses were good at what they did—acting. And if you’re ever in doubt, their awards do the speaking.

From Linda Evans to Gary Clarke, this list features household names who have graced our screens and left their marks on the past and our hearts. And for those who may have missed these names in their heyday, you’ll be surprised to know they’re still in the business of turning scripts to film.

Ursula Andress (Born In 1936) – Dr. No

Ursula Andress last appeared in the 2005 Swiss movie, “St. Francis Birds Tour,” where she played Madonna. But before then, she enjoyed a lucrative career between 1962 and 1997. Her Honey Ryder character in “Dr. No,” the first James Bond movie, shot her into the limelight.

We don’t doubt her allure as a femme fatale in her heydays, but we also appreciate this Swiss actress and former model’s acting prowess. She’s been away from the screen since the early ’00s, but Andress still retains her status as a movie icon. The Cult Sirens website even wrote an article about her legacy in December 2021.