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?
Hedy Lamarr
Gene Tierney
Lauren Bacall
Cyd Charisse
Can you name this actress?
Veronica Lake
Ingrid Bergman
Ginger Rogers
Judy Garland
Think you know this one?
Veronica Lake
Katharine Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn
Joan Crawford
Do you know the name of this actress?
Greer Garson
Lucille Ball
Veronica Lake
Vivien Leigh
Who is this?
Ginger Rogers
Joan Crawford
Hedy Lamarr
Elizabeth Taylor
And this?
Judy Garland
Claudette Colbert
Ava Gardner
Lauren Bacall
How about this actress?
Rita Hayworth
Lana Turner
Joan Blondell
Cyd Charisse
Do you know this one?
Joan Crawford
Judy Garland
Hedy Lamarr
Katharine Hepburn
And this actress?
Betty Grable
Cyd Charisse
Donna Reed
Natalie Wood
Do you know this actress?
Lauren Bacall
Joan Blondell
Cyd Charisse
Greer Garson
What is the name of this actress?
Ava Gardner
Joan Blondell
Ingrid Bergman
Elizabeth Taylor
Here's the halfway point of the quiz! Can you identify this actress?
Cyd Charisse
Ingrid Bergman
Gene Tierney
Natalie Wood
Think you know her?
Natalie Wood
Vivien Leigh
Katharine Hepburn
Ava Gardner
Can you name this actress?
Claudette Colbert
Elizabeth Taylor
Hedy Lamarr
Ruby Keeler
Do you know the name of this actress?
Hedy Lamarr
Natalie Wood
Lauren Bacall
Judy Garland
Who is this?
Donna Reed
Joan Blondell
Lauren Bacall
Cyd Charisse
Do you know the name of this actress?
Ava Gardner
Ingrid Bergman
Ruby Keeler
Rita Hayworth
Who is this actress?
Ingrid Bergman
Donna Reed
Natalie Wood
Katharine Hepburn
What's the name of this actress?
Ingrid Bergman
Joan Blondell
Lauren Bacall
Ginger Rogers
Who is this?
Greer Garson
Lauren Bacall
Lana Turner
Katharine Hepburn
Almost at the end! Do you know this actress?
Claudette Colbert
Hedy Lamarr
Donna Reed
Lauren Bacall
Do you know the name of this actress?
Greer Garson
Joan Blondell
Joan Crawford
Ava Gardner
Last but not least, who is this?
Joan Blondell
Lucille Ball
Ava Gardner
Ginger Rogers
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