The Most Beautiful Actresses in History

Canal Cultura POP
Jun 4
5 min read

Updated: Jun 6

After the huge success of our first list of the most beautiful actresses in the history of cinema, it's only fair that we put together a second list! Remember, to put together the list, we're considering research done over the years, the relevance of the work done by each of them, and of course, our own opinion! At the end of the list, leave your opinion in the comments and check out the first list!

(The Most Beautiful Actresses in History)

Marilyn Monroe

A remarkable presence that was left out of the first list. Marilyn was not only a beautiful and talented actress who left her mark on black and white cinema, but she also etched her name in the history of pop culture, as one of the most curious personalities in history, being honored in works of art and even films about her personal life and career.

Monroe became a cultural icon, known for her stunning beauty and charisma on screen. Films such as "The Seven Year Itch" (1955) and "How to Marry a Millionaire" (1953) solidified her fame. However, her personal life was marked by difficulties, including tumultuous marriages and battles with mental health.

Tragically, Monroe died in 1962, at the age of 36, in circumstances that still generate speculation. Despite her relatively short career, her influence and legacy endure, keeping her as one of the greatest symbols of Hollywood's golden age.

Dakota Johnson

Dakota Johnson is an American actress known for her work in film and television. The daughter of actors Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith, Dakota began her career in entertainment at a young age with small appearances in movies and TV series. From early on, she was recognized for her talent as well as her beauty.

However, her career has been marked by two cinematic disasters: Fifty Shades of Grey and Madame Web (a well-known flop among Marvel fans). The Fifty Shades franchise is disastrous in everything related to storytelling, but that’s certainly not the focus of the series, which is centered mainly on erotic scenes. Dakota plays Anastasia, a young woman who ends up being hired by billionaire Christian Grey, with whom she starts a bizarre relationship that unfolds throughout the trilogy.

In Madame Web, she plays the titular heroine (who is supposed to be an elderly woman), and although her performance isn't bad, the dreadful quality of the film doesn’t help.

Gal Gadot

Her acting career began with roles in films and TV series, initially standing out for her appearance in the Fast & Furious saga. However, her big breakthrough into international fame came with her portrayal of Wonder Woman, starting with her debut in Batman v Superman, where she is arguably the highlight of the film.

She continued in the role, starring in two solo Wonder Woman films, as well as both Justice League movies, being widely regarded as the definitive live-action version of the character.

More recently, her beauty became a topic of discussion again due to her latest role in Snow White. In Disney’s live-action adaptation of the classic, she plays "The Fairest of Them All," better known as the Evil Queen — a role that also showcases her versatility. Now, the question is whether she can bring a magical touch to one of Disney’s most terrifying villains.

Elizabeth Olsen

Olsen started her career promisingly with the critically acclaimed indie film Martha Marcy May Marlene. However, like some others on this list, her moment in the spotlight came in the superhero universe when she played the powerful Scarlet Witch in Avengers: Age of Ultron.

As her powers grew, the character’s maturity shifted, and by Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, she’s practically a villain. Still, her most praised performance came in the series WandaVision, where she showcased remarkable versatility, portraying all the surreal situations that she and her husband experienced within their own reality.

Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway is an American actress widely recognized for her talent and versatility. She started her career with roles in TV series and independent films but rose to fame with her role as Mia Thermopolis in The Princess Diaries.

Her fame skyrocketed in the 2000s, culminating in her career-defining role as Fantine in Les Misérables. Starring alongside Hugh Jackman, Anne delivered an unforgettable performance that earned her the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. In 2012, she portrayed Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises, offering an excellent take on the character.

Following that success, she starred in Interstellar, also directed by Christopher Nolan.

Emma Stone

Emma Stone is among the select group of actresses who have won the Oscar for Best Actress twice — an absolutely remarkable achievement, with the most recent win being for her role in La La Land. However, pop culture fans mostly remember her as Gwen Stacy in the two Amazing Spider-Man films.

Even though those films were far from brilliant, Gwen and Peter are an incredibly well-written couple, possibly one of Marvel’s best romantic pairings, tragically ended by the insane Green Goblin. More recently, she gained acclaim for her role in Cruella, where she brought to life one of Disney’s most iconic villains.

Alexandra Daddario

She began her career acting in several television series, including a notable role as Annabeth Chase in the Percy Jackson film series. Daddario gained further attention with roles in movies like Baywatch (a questionable production, to say the least).

Recognized for her talent and screen presence, Alexandra Daddario continues to expand her career with a variety of projects in both film and television.

Anna de Armas

Ana de Armas, born in Havana, Cuba, is an actress who gained international recognition for her work in film. She began her career in Spain with roles in TV series and films like El Internado.

Her international breakthrough came after moving to Hollywood, where she landed notable roles in films like Knives Out, for which she received critical acclaim, and No Time to Die, the latest James Bond movie. Ana also starred in Blonde, a biopic about Marilyn Monroe, which further showcased her talent.

Known for her versatility and charisma, Ana de Armas continues to be an influential and rising presence in global cinema.

Grace Kelly

Grace Kelly was a renowned American actress and Princess of Monaco. She began her career in theater and television before rising to prominence in Hollywood with iconic roles in films such as Rear Window (1954), directed by Alfred Hitchcock, and The Country Girl (1954), which earned her the Oscar for Best Actress.

In 1956, Grace Kelly married Prince Rainier III of Monaco, becoming Princess Grace. After her marriage, she retired from acting and dedicated herself to her royal duties and philanthropic work.

Her life was tragically cut short when she died in a car accident in 1982 at the age of 52. Grace Kelly is remembered as one of Hollywood's greatest stars — an elegant and charismatic figure who made a remarkable transition from actress to princess.

Emma Myers

Let the controversy begin! Emma Myers began her acting career in 2011 but gained worldwide fame for playing Enid Sinclair, Wednesday Addams’ best friend, in the 2022 Netflix series Wednesday, which revived The Addams Family for a new generation. Enid is the complete opposite of the morbid Wednesday — wearing colorful clothes and radiating joy and lightness. However, she has lycanthropy, the ability to transform into a werewolf, a skill she uses at the end of the series to defeat Hyde.

At 22, the actress is likely to experience her biggest success in 2025 with the Minecraft movie, which aims to adapt the most popular video game of all time — even so many years after its release. Myers is a pop culture fan herself, with Star Wars and The Lord of the Rings being her favorite universes. Besides being stunning, Emma is extremely talented and young and is undoubtedly destined for a bright future in the entertainment industry.