The 40 Most Stunningly Beautiful Actresses Before 1960

37. Lauren Bacall

Betty Joan Perske, born on September 16, 1924, holds the distinction of being the 20th-greatest female star of classic Hollywood cinema, as recognized by the American Film Institute.

Renowned for her captivating, sultry presence and signature husky voice, Bacall transitioned from modeling to acting and became one of the last iconic stars of Hollywood's Golden Age.