Bette Davis was a trailblazing American actress, born Ruth Elizabeth Davis on April 5, 1908, in Lowell, Massachusetts. Rising to prominence after a brief stint in theater, she became one of Hollywood’s most iconic stars, appearing in nearly 100 films before her death in 1989. Known for her commanding screen presence and strong character portrayals, Davis remains a cinematic legend, celebrated for her roles in classic films like All About Eve and Dark Victory, as well as for her larger-than-life personality both on and off the screen.
