Vivien Leigh Autograph

Profession:
(1913-1967) British actress. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress twice

Year of Birth: 1913

Vivien Leigh was a British actress who became one of the most famous film stars of the 20th century. She was born on November 5, 1913, in Darjeeling, India, to wealthy British parents. She spent most of her early years in England and attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London.

Leigh made her stage debut in 1935 and quickly gained recognition for her talent and beauty. She made her film debut in 1937 in the film "Fire Over England," but it was her role as Scarlett O'Hara in "Gone with the Wind" that catapulted her to stardom in 1939.

Throughout the 1940s and 1950s, Leigh continued to star in successful films such as "Waterloo Bridge" and "A Streetcar Named Desire," for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress. Despite her success on screen, Leigh struggled with mental health issues and personal problems throughout her life.

Leigh was married twice, first to producer Herbert Leigh Holman and later to actor Laurence Olivier. She and Olivier were considered to be one of the most glamorous couples in Hollywood at the time. Unfortunately, their marriage ended in divorce in 1960.

Leigh continued to act in film and on stage until her death in 1967 at the age of 53. She is remembered as one of the greatest actresses of her time and her performances continue to be celebrated by fans and critics alike.

Despite her struggles, Vivien Leigh's legacy lives on through her enduring filmography and her impact on the world of acting. She will always be remembered for her beauty, talent, and captivating performances on screen.