Ken Berry seemed destined for lasting stardom, headlining popular series and winning loyal audiences nationwide. But when television abruptly reinvented itself in the early 1970s, his career momentum stalled, even as he endured profound personal loss.

Over a career that stretched more than five decades, few actors put together a track record of accomplishments like Brian Keith.

Most actors play bad guys as purely evil. Noonan found hurt, confusion, even sweetness in his monsters. That approach separated him from countless forgettable antagonists, and his performances aged better than the films containing them often did.

For some actresses, the internet narratives grow louder with each public appearance. They end up doing or saying things that can put people off and gain negative publicity. Fame gets messy when perception hardens.

Before Hollywood ever put a camera in his face, Robert Mitchum had already lived through things most leading men only pretended to survive. By the time he was old enough to vote, he had a record, a reputation, and a stare that didn’t come from acting lessons. The studios didn’t create his edge. They just recognized it.

Uncover 25 of Old Hollywood’s most stunning actresses, ranked from glamorous icons to unforgettable screen legends who defined beauty and elegance for generations.