JULIE ANDREWS

When it comes to iconic Hollywood actresses, we absolutely cannot leave out Dame Julie Andrews. Julie was born on October 1, 1935 on the banks of the Thames in Surrey, England.At first, Andrews became famous as a child actress in stage plays. The actresses got her start in the West End in 1948, before making her debut Broadway appearance in 1954. She earned the title “Britain’s Youngest Prima Donna” after rising to prominence in roles such as Eliza Doolittle and Queen Guinevere.

Her most memorable role should be Mary, the British nanny, in the Disney music film Mary Poppins. She won the 1964 Oscar for Best Actress for her excellent performance in this movie. For younger audiences, they will know her best from The Princess Diaries 1 and 2, portraying the strict yet loving queen of Genovia. Did you know that she is also a classically trained soprano? Aside from acting, she is often given credit for the clarity and pureness of her voice.