Hollywood Actresses You Didn’t Know Were Taurus

Steady, grounded, and famously determined, Taurus season runs from April 20 to May 20—and quite a few famous actresses were born under it. Below are forty-five Hollywood talents with Taurus birthdays, along with quick-hit facts on their careers, landmark roles, and accolades. From Oscar winners to superhero leads and prestige-TV standouts, this list maps out key credits and milestones without the fluff.

Gal Gadot

Born April 30, 1985, in Petah Tikva, Israel, Gal Gadot broke out globally as Diana Prince in ‘Wonder Woman’ and returned in ‘Justice League’. She first appeared in the franchise as Gisele in ‘Fast & Furious’. Before acting, she served in the Israel Defense Forces and worked as a model. Gadot has also produced projects through her company, including the spy thriller ‘Heart of Stone’.

Penélope Cruz

Born April 28, 1974, in Alcobendas, Spain, Penélope Cruz won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for ‘Vicky Cristina Barcelona’. She earned additional Oscar nominations for ‘Volver’, ‘Nine’, and ‘Parallel Mothers’. Cruz is a frequent collaborator with director Pedro Almodóvar, appearing in films like ‘Broken Embraces’ and ‘Pain and Glory’. She has also worked extensively in both Spanish and English-language cinema.

Uma Thurman

Uma Thurman was born April 29, 1970, in Boston, Massachusetts, and gained early acclaim with ‘Pulp Fiction’. She headlined Quentin Tarantino’s two-part saga ‘Kill Bill’, earning Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations across her career. Thurman has worked on stage and screen, including Broadway productions and series like ‘Imposters’. She is also involved in philanthropic efforts, including work with Room to Grow.

Cate Blanchett

Born May 14, 1969, in Melbourne, Australia, Cate Blanchett has won two Academy Awards—for ‘The Aviator’ and ‘Blue Jasmine’. She earned additional nominations for roles including ‘Elizabeth’, ‘Notes on a Scandal’, ‘Carol’, and ‘TÁR’. Blanchett co-founded the Sydney Theatre Company’s artistic leadership trio and has produced films through Dirty Films. Her screen credits range from ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy to ‘Nightmare Alley’.

Kirsten Dunst

Kirsten Dunst was born April 30, 1982, in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, and received the Cannes Best Actress award for ‘Melancholia’. She earned an Academy Award nomination for ‘The Power of the Dog’. Earlier credits include ‘Interview with the Vampire’, ‘Bring It On’, and the Raimi ‘Spider-Man’ trilogy. Dunst has also starred in television projects such as ‘Fargo’ (Season 2) and ‘On Becoming a God in Central Florida’.

Michelle Pfeiffer

Born April 29, 1958, in Santa Ana, California, Michelle Pfeiffer is a three-time Academy Award nominee for ‘Dangerous Liaisons’, ‘The Fabulous Baker Boys’, and ‘Love Field’. She portrayed Selina Kyle in ‘Batman Returns’ and later joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Janet Van Dyne in ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’. Pfeiffer’s filmography spans crime dramas, romantic comedies, and period pieces. She has also produced select projects and advocates for environmental health initiatives.

Renée Zellweger

Renée Zellweger was born April 25, 1969, in Katy, Texas, and has two Academy Awards—Best Supporting Actress for ‘Cold Mountain’ and Best Actress for ‘Judy’. She became widely known for ‘Jerry Maguire’ and the ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’ series. Beyond film, she led the limited series ‘The Thing About Pam’. Zellweger has balanced studio hits with independent features throughout her career.

Ana de Armas

Born April 30, 1988, in Havana, Cuba, Ana de Armas earned an Academy Award nomination for ‘Blonde’. She broke into Hollywood with ‘Blade Runner 2049’ and ‘Knives Out’, then co-starred in ‘No Time to Die’. Early in her career, she worked in Spanish television and film after moving to Spain. She continues to alternate between high-profile franchises and character-driven dramas.

Rosario Dawson

Rosario Dawson was born May 9, 1979, in New York City and appeared in films such as ‘Rent’, ‘Sin City’, and ‘Seven Pounds’. She portrays Ahsoka Tano in the ‘Ahsoka’ series and related ‘Star Wars’ projects. Dawson co-founded Voto Latino and supports various humanitarian causes. Her career spans independent cinema, major franchises, and voice work in animation and games.

Amber Heard

Born April 22, 1986, in Austin, Texas, Amber Heard’s screen credits include ‘Aquaman’, ‘The Rum Diary’, and ‘Drive Angry’. She has also worked in television with appearances in series such as ‘The Stand’. Heard has served as an ambassador for human rights organizations. Her filmography includes thrillers, dramas, and superhero features.

Emily VanCamp

Emily VanCamp was born May 12, 1986, in Port Perry, Ontario, and headlined the series ‘Revenge’ and ‘The Resident’. She portrays Sharon Carter in Marvel projects including ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ and ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’. Earlier television work includes ‘Everwood’ and ‘Brothers & Sisters’. VanCamp trained in dance before transitioning to acting as a teenager.

Jenna Coleman

Born April 27, 1986, in Blackpool, England, Jenna Coleman played Clara Oswald in ‘Doctor Who’ and starred as Queen Victoria in ‘Victoria’. She appears in ‘The Sandman’ as Johanna Constantine and has led crime dramas such as ‘The Serpent’. Coleman began her career on British soaps before moving into primetime dramas and international streaming projects. She also performs in audio dramas tied to established franchises.

Audrey Hepburn

Audrey Hepburn was born May 4, 1929, in Brussels and won the Academy Award for Best Actress for ‘Roman Holiday’. Her classic films include ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’, ‘Sabrina’, ‘Funny Face’, and ‘My Fair Lady’. Later in life she served as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, undertaking field missions worldwide. Hepburn remains one of the few performers to achieve the EGOT quartet with competitive or honorary recognition across major arts institutions.

Katharine Hepburn

Born May 12, 1907, in Hartford, Connecticut, Katharine Hepburn holds a record four Academy Awards for Best Actress. Her notable films include ‘The Philadelphia Story’, ‘Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner’, ‘The Lion in Winter’, and ‘On Golden Pond’. Hepburn worked across stage and screen for over six decades. She collaborated repeatedly with Spencer Tracy, creating a celebrated run of comedies and dramas.

Gugu Mbatha-Raw

Gugu Mbatha-Raw was born April 21, 1983, in Oxford, England, and earned wide recognition for ‘Belle’ and ‘Beyond the Lights’. She appears in ‘Loki’ as Ravonna Renslayer and led the series ‘Surface’. Mbatha-Raw trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and began with significant stage roles, including Shakespeare productions. She has also worked with Disney on ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ and ‘Beauty and the Beast’.

Jessica Alba

Born April 28, 1981, in Pomona, California, Jessica Alba starred in the series ‘Dark Angel’ and films such as ‘Sin City’, ‘Fantastic Four’, and ‘Into the Blue’. She co-founded The Honest Company, expanding into consumer goods alongside her screen work. Alba’s television credits also include ‘L.A.’s Finest’. She has produced and appeared in a mix of action, thriller, and family titles across film and streaming.

Megan Fox

Megan Fox was born May 16, 1986, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and gained wide recognition in ‘Transformers’ and ‘Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen’. She headlined ‘Jennifer’s Body’ and appeared in action and thriller projects including ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ and ‘Till Death’. Fox’s early career included TV roles on ‘Hope & Faith’. She has also produced independent features and participated in genre-focused productions.

Christina Hendricks

Born May 3, 1975, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Christina Hendricks earned multiple Emmy nominations for ‘Mad Men’. She later led the crime dramedy ‘Good Girls’ and appeared in films such as ‘Drive’ and ‘The Neon Demon’. Hendricks has extensive voice-acting credits, including ‘Toy Story 4’ and game and animation projects. Her stage and television work spans period pieces, comedies, and thrillers.

Rebecca Hall

Rebecca Hall was born May 3, 1982, in London and received critical recognition for ‘Vicky Cristina Barcelona’, ‘The Town’, and ‘Christine’. She wrote and directed ‘Passing’, adapting Nella Larsen’s novel for streaming release. Hall’s genre work includes ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ and ‘The Night House’. She has also performed in major theatre productions in the UK and the U.S.

Pom Klementieff

Born May 3, 1986, in Quebec City, Canada, Pom Klementieff is known for portraying Mantis in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and related Marvel titles. Her filmography includes ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning’ and international features produced in France and South Korea. Klementieff trained at Cours Florent in Paris before transitioning to Hollywood projects. She continues to appear in franchise films and action thrillers.

Ellie Kemper

Ellie Kemper was born May 2, 1980, in Kansas City, Missouri, and rose to prominence with ‘The Office’. She headlined ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’, which also launched interactive specials on streaming. Kemper’s film credits include ‘Bridesmaids’ and ‘Home Sweet Home Alone’. She has published humor writing and performed extensively in improv and sketch comedy.

Miranda Cosgrove

Born May 14, 1993, in Los Angeles, Miranda Cosgrove starred in ‘iCarly’ and reprised the role in the revival series. Her early roles included ‘School of Rock’ and ‘Drake & Josh’. Cosgrove has produced episodes of her series and worked as a voice actor in the ‘Despicable Me’ franchise. She also records music tied to her television work.

Debby Ryan

Debby Ryan was born May 13, 1993, in Huntsville, Alabama, and led Disney Channel’s ‘Jessie’ before starring in ‘Insatiable’. Her film appearances include ‘Horse Girl’ and ‘Night Teeth’. Ryan has producer credits on family and young-adult projects. She began her career in European commercials before moving into U.S. television.

Samantha Morton

Samantha Morton was born May 13, 1977, in Nottingham, England, and received Academy Award nominations for ‘Sweet and Lowdown’ and ‘In America’. Her credits include ‘Minority Report’, ‘Synecdoche, New York’, and ‘The Whale’. Morton directed the feature ‘The Unloved’ and has appeared in prestige television such as ‘The Walking Dead’ and ‘The Serpent Queen’. She trained with the Central Junior Television Workshop.

Barbra Streisand

Born April 24, 1942, in Brooklyn, Barbra Streisand won the Academy Award for Best Actress for ‘Funny Girl’ and a Best Original Song Oscar for ‘A Star Is Born’. She directed and starred in ‘Yentl’ and ‘The Prince of Tides’. Streisand holds multiple Grammys and Emmys alongside her film achievements. Her screen work spans musicals, dramas, and comedies.

Cher

Cher was born May 20, 1946, in El Centro, California, and won the Academy Award for Best Actress for ‘Moonstruck’. Her film roles include ‘Silkwood’, ‘Mask’, and ‘Burlesque’. Cher’s career spans music, television, and film, with chart-topping albums alongside screen accolades. She has headlined long-running residencies and produced documentary and concert specials.

Jessica Lange

Born April 20, 1949, in Cloquet, Minnesota, Jessica Lange won Academy Awards for ‘Tootsie’ and ‘Blue Sky’. She has earned multiple Emmys and Golden Globes for anthology work on ‘American Horror Story’ and the biopic series ‘Feud’. Lange’s filmography includes ‘Frances’, ‘Country’, and ‘Cape Fear’. She has also performed on Broadway, winning a Tony Award for ‘Long Day’s Journey Into Night’.

Ann-Margret

Ann-Margret was born April 28, 1941, in Valsjöbyn, Sweden, and starred in ‘Viva Las Vegas’, ‘Carnal Knowledge’, and ‘Tommy’. She has won multiple Golden Globes and earned Oscar nominations for dramatic roles. Ann-Margret’s television work includes acclaimed miniseries and guest appearances. She has released albums throughout her career in tandem with film and stage performances.

Grace Jones

Born May 19, 1948, in Spanish Town, Jamaica, Grace Jones appeared in ‘Conan the Destroyer’ and the James Bond film ‘A View to a Kill’. She combined modeling, music, and acting with a distinct performance style and visual art direction. Jones has been featured in documentaries, concert films, and fashion-related projects. Her screen work extends to television guest roles and international co-productions.

Catherine Tate

Catherine Tate was born May 12, 1968, in London and is known for ‘The Catherine Tate Show’ and her role as Donna Noble on ‘Doctor Who’. She has appeared on U.S. television in ‘The Office’ and led the Netflix series ‘Hard Cell’. Tate’s stage work includes West End productions and touring shows. She writes and produces across sketch, sitcom, and sci-fi comedy formats.

Gina Torres

Born April 25, 1969, in New York City, Gina Torres is known for ‘Suits’ and its spinoff ‘Pearson’, as well as ‘Firefly’ and ‘Serenity’. Her film credits include ‘The Matrix Reloaded’ and ‘The Matrix Revolutions’. Torres has extensive voice-acting roles across animation and games. She trained at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts.

Jordana Brewster

Jordana Brewster was born April 26, 1980, in Panama City and is best known as Mia Toretto in the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise. Early television work included ‘As the World Turns’. Her filmography spans action, thrillers, and indie dramas. Brewster also holds a degree from Yale University.

Sally Hawkins

Born April 27, 1976, in London, Sally Hawkins earned an Academy Award nomination for ‘The Shape of Water’ and earlier for ‘Blue Jasmine’. She starred in ‘Happy-Go-Lucky’ and plays Mrs. Brown in the ‘Paddington’ films. Hawkins has performed widely in theatre, including Royal Court and National Theatre productions. She trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

Katherine Langford

Katherine Langford was born April 29, 1996, in Perth, Australia, and gained international attention with ’13 Reasons Why’. Her film roles include ‘Knives Out’ and ‘Love, Simon’. Langford has also led fantasy series such as ‘Cursed’. She trained in classical, jazz, and contemporary voice before moving into screen acting.

Dianna Agron

Born April 30, 1986, in Savannah, Georgia, Dianna Agron broke out as Quinn Fabray on ‘Glee’. Her film credits include ‘I Am Number Four’, ‘Bare’, and ‘Novitiate’. Agron has directed music videos and stage pieces, expanding her work behind the camera. She is active in concert performances and arts collaborations.

Julie Benz

Julie Benz was born May 1, 1972, in Pittsburgh and is known for ‘Dexter’, ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’, and ‘Angel’. Additional credits include ‘Hawaii Five-0’, ‘Defiance’, and ‘Nocturne’. Benz started as a competitive figure skater before focusing on acting. She continues to work across genre television and independent films.

Christine Baranski

Born May 2, 1952, in Buffalo, New York, Christine Baranski stars in ‘The Good Wife’ and ‘The Good Fight’ and appears in ‘The Gilded Age’. Film work includes ‘Chicago’, ‘Mamma Mia!’, and ‘Into the Woods’. A two-time Tony winner, she trained at Juilliard. Her career spans Broadway, film musicals, and prestige drama.

Naomi Scott

Naomi Scott was born May 6, 1993, in London and starred as Jasmine in Disney’s live-action ‘Aladdin’. She also headlined ‘Power Rangers’ and appeared in ‘Charlie’s Angels’. Scott has released music as a singer-songwriter alongside her acting work. Early credits include Disney Channel projects and UK television.

Melissa Gilbert

Born May 8, 1964, in Los Angeles, Melissa Gilbert became a household name as Laura Ingalls Wilder on ‘Little House on the Prairie’. She later served as president of the Screen Actors Guild. Gilbert’s credits include TV films, series guest roles, and stage work. She has authored memoirs covering her life and career.

Lana Condor

Lana Condor was born May 11, 1997, in Cần Thơ, Vietnam, and led the ‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’ trilogy. She appeared in ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’ and the series ‘Deadly Class’. Condor also stars in romantic comedies and voice-acting projects. She trained with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and the Joffrey Ballet School before transitioning to film.

Malin Åkerman

Malin Åkerman was born May 12, 1978, in Stockholm and played Silk Spectre II in ‘Watchmen’. Her credits include ‘Billions’, ‘Childrens Hospital’, and comedies such as ‘The Proposal’. Åkerman has starred in action, comedy, and indie dramas across film and television. She began her career in modeling and music before focusing on acting.

Nikki Reed

Born May 17, 1988, in Los Angeles, Nikki Reed co-wrote and starred in ‘Thirteen’ and played Rosalie Hale in the ‘Twilight’ saga. Her television roles include ‘Sleepy Hollow’ and guest appearances across network series. Reed has directed short-form projects and advocates for environmental initiatives. She has produced features and documentaries under independent banners.

Tina Fey

Tina Fey was born May 18, 1970, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, and created and starred in ’30 Rock’. Her film credits include ‘Mean Girls’, ‘Date Night’, and ‘Whiskey Tango Foxtrot’. Fey served as head writer on ‘Saturday Night Live’ and has multiple Emmys and Writers Guild awards. She continues to write and produce for stage and screen, including the ‘Mean Girls’ musical and film adaptation.

Jamie-Lynn Sigler

Jamie-Lynn Sigler was born May 15, 1981, in Jericho, New York, and is best known as Meadow Soprano on ‘The Sopranos’. She has appeared in series such as ‘Entourage’ and ‘Big Sky’. Sigler performs in film and television while participating in advocacy related to multiple sclerosis. Her early training included theatre and national tours.

Kate Mulgrew

Born April 29, 1955, in Dubuque, Iowa, Kate Mulgrew portrayed Captain Kathryn Janeway in ‘Star Trek: Voyager’. She later played Red in ‘Orange Is the New Black’. Mulgrew’s career includes Broadway productions and audiobook narration. She has authored memoirs detailing her life and work.

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