This actress was famous for her roles depicting hard-hearted, sardonic or even horrifying characters such as she played in, "Of Human Bondage" and "The Nanny." She was one of Hollywood's most iconic leading ladies. Her most endearing role came later in life when she played Apple Annie opposite Glenn Ford in "Pocketful of Miracles."

Bette Davis, for whom a popular song touting her big eyes was made in 1981, was most expert at portraying dark and domineering women in her films. "The Letter" is an excellent example of that genre. She also starred in many period films such as, "The Little Foxes" and "Jezebel." She was the original choice to play Scarlett O'Hara opposite Clark Gable in "Gone With the Wind." She became Warner Brothers most profitable star and was the first woman to be the president of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, but was so overpowering that she was forced to resign. Davis sold over $2 million in war bonds in only two days, as well as selling a portrait of herself as the character "Jezebel" and donated the funds to the war effort.

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