LeoGlossary: Audrey Hepburn (Actress)


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Born: May 4, 1929 – Died: January 20, 1993

Audrey Hepburn, a name synonymous with grace and sophistication, entered the world as Audrey Kathleen Ruston in Brussels, Belgium. Born to an English-Austrian father, Joseph Victor Anthony Ruston, and a Dutch noblewoman mother, Baroness Ella Van Heemstra, she was poised for a life of interest. Audrey's journey was marked by her undeniable elegance, which would go on to redefine Hollywood's ideals of beauty and charm.

Early Life and Career

Audrey's upbringing was cosmopolitan from the start. Following her parents' divorce, she attended private schools in England and the Netherlands. Her early years were marred by World War II's hardships, yet these challenges only honed her resilience. She studied ballet in London before a modeling gig pivoted her path toward the silver screen. Audrey's film debut was a small part in the 1951 European film "One Wild Oat," but her breakthrough came two years later in "Roman Holiday" (1953), which not only launched her into stardom but also garnished her an Academy Award for Best Actress.

Her career was a collection of iconic roles, from Holly Golightly in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" to Eliza Doolittle in "My Fair Lady." These performances earned her numerous awards and nominations, underlining her status as a Hollywood luminary.

Off-screen, Audrey's life was equally eventful. She was married twice, had two sons, and shared her time between acting and humanitarian work, becoming a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF.

Audrey Hepburn left a mark on the entertainment industry that is both indelible and inspiring, her unique blend of talent and humanity setting her apart as a true legend.

Filmography

Year Title Role
1989 Always Hap
1987 Love Among Thieves (TV Movie) Baroness Caroline DuLac
1981 They All Laughed Angela Niotes
1979 Bloodline Elizabeth Roffe
1976 Robin and Marian Maid Marian
1967 Wait Until Dark Susy Hendrix
1967 Two for the Road Joanna Wallace
1966 How to Steal a Million Nicole Bonnet
1964 My Fair Lady Eliza Doolittle
1964 Paris When It Sizzles Gabrielle Simpson | Gaby
1963 Charade Regina Lampert
1961 The Children's Hour Karen Wright
1961 Breakfast at Tiffany's Holly Golightly
1960 The Unforgiven Rachel Zachary
1959 The Nun's Story Sister Luke (Gabrielle van der Mal)
1959 Green Mansions Rima
1957 Love in the Afternoon Ariane Chavasse | Thin Girl
1957 Funny Face Jo Stockton
1957 Producers' Showcase (TV Series) Marie Vetsera
1956 War and Peace Natasha Rostova
1954 Sabrina Sabrina Fairchild
1953 We Go to Monte Carlo Linda Farrel | Melissa Farrell
1953 Roman Holiday Princess Ann
1952 CBS Television Workshop (TV Series) Unknown
1952 Betty Crocker Star Matinee (TV Series) Unknown
1952 Secret People Nora
1951 Young Wives' Tale Eve Lester
1951 Nous irons à Monte Carlo Melissa Farrell
1951 BBC Sunday-Night Theatre (TV Series) Celia
1951 The Lavender Hill Mob Chiquita
1951 Laughter in Paradise Cigarette Girl
1951 One Wild Oat Hotel Receptionist
1950 Saturday-Night Revue (TV Mini Series) Unknown
1949 Sauce Tartare (TV Movie) Unknown

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