The 40 Most Stunningly Beautiful Actresses Before 1960

38. Jane Russell

Born Ernestine Jane Geraldine Russell, this talented actress, singer, and model became one of Hollywood’s biggest sex symbols in the 1940s and 1950s, appearing in over 20 films during her career.

Not only did Russell shine on the big screen, but she also pursued music, married three times, and adopted three children, all while earning well-deserved recognition for her impressive body of work.

She passed away on February 28, 2011, at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of talent and timeless beauty.