In the 1940s, Hollywood actresses were some of the most popular and influential women in the United States. They were often idolized by the public and their careers were closely followed. Many of the most popular actresses of the time became household names, and their films were highly anticipated. The 1940s saw the rise of many iconic actresses, such as Bette Davis, Katharine Hepburn, and Joan Crawford. These actresses were known for their strong performances and their ability to captivate audiences. They were also known for their beauty and style. The famous women from this era helped to shape the landscape of Hollywood and American culture.
Many actresses from the 1940s are still considered to be some of the most iconic actresses of all time. Even if you haven't seen their work, you might have heard of their names. This quiz throws the spotlight on these Old Hollywood actresses. Some of them may be gone, but their performances and their beauty would never be forgotten.
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Can You Identify At Least 17 Of 1940s Actresses? Quiz Questions
Ready those brain cells! What's the name of this actress?
Cyd Charisse
Gene Tierney
Lauren Bacall
Hedy Lamarr
Can you name this actress?
Veronica Lake
Judy Garland
Ginger Rogers
Ingrid Bergman
Think you know this one?
Joan Crawford
Audrey Hepburn
Veronica Lake
Katharine Hepburn
Do you know the name of this actress?
Vivien Leigh
Veronica Lake
Greer Garson
Lucille Ball
Who is this?
Joan Crawford
Elizabeth Taylor
Hedy Lamarr
Ginger Rogers
And this?
Claudette Colbert
Judy Garland
Ava Gardner
Lauren Bacall
How about this actress?
Cyd Charisse
Joan Blondell
Lana Turner
Rita Hayworth
Do you know this one?
Judy Garland
Katharine Hepburn
Joan Crawford
Hedy Lamarr
And this actress?
Betty Grable
Donna Reed
Cyd Charisse
Natalie Wood
Do you know this actress?
Greer Garson
Cyd Charisse
Lauren Bacall
Joan Blondell
What is the name of this actress?
Ava Gardner
Ingrid Bergman
Joan Blondell
Elizabeth Taylor
Here's the halfway point of the quiz! Can you identify this actress?
Ingrid Bergman
Cyd Charisse
Gene Tierney
Natalie Wood
Think you know her?
Ava Gardner
Natalie Wood
Katharine Hepburn
Vivien Leigh
Can you name this actress?
Ruby Keeler
Claudette Colbert
Elizabeth Taylor
Hedy Lamarr
Do you know the name of this actress?
Lauren Bacall
Judy Garland
Hedy Lamarr
Natalie Wood
Who is this?
Lauren Bacall
Cyd Charisse
Joan Blondell
Donna Reed
Do you know the name of this actress?
Ruby Keeler
Ingrid Bergman
Ava Gardner
Rita Hayworth
Who is this actress?
Natalie Wood
Ingrid Bergman
Katharine Hepburn
Donna Reed
What's the name of this actress?
Ingrid Bergman
Lauren Bacall
Joan Blondell
Ginger Rogers
Who is this?
Lana Turner
Lauren Bacall
Katharine Hepburn
Greer Garson
Almost at the end! Do you know this actress?
Hedy Lamarr
Claudette Colbert
Lauren Bacall
Donna Reed
Do you know the name of this actress?
Ava Gardner
Joan Crawford
Greer Garson
Joan Blondell
Last but not least, who is this?
Ginger Rogers
Ava Gardner
Lucille Ball
Joan Blondell
7 Comments
WHAT????? Where is Bette Davis????
23/23 some were hard as there were when they were young. I could tell by they eyes. It helped me
15 / 23 – 65%
82 % ( 19 out of 23 )
All correct! Also, I think you should include Bette Davis too.
And Marlene Dietrich
22/23