This list includes many of the greatest actresses in film history, but more importantly, focuses on modern female movie stars and tv actresses. Actress betty harford, best known for her recurring roles on the paper chase and dynasty, died on november 2, 2025, in santa barbara, california The following american film actresses are listed alphabetically
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It contains both actresses born american and those who acquired american nationality later
Some actors who are well known for both film and tv work are also included in the list of american television actresses
See key to entries above. She is also the first person born in the 1990s to have won an acting oscar. These leading ladies not only grace the screens with their presence but also influence and inspire millions around the globe When discussing the best american actresses currently alive, it’s hard not to be impressed by the depth and breadth of talent across the board.
Here's a list of every woman who has won best actress since the first academy awards in 1929, including emma stone, meryl streep, michelle yeoh, katharine hepburn, halle berry and more.
