Sophia Loren – 1934

It would not come as a surprise when the Italian Sofia Scicolone, professionally known as Sophia Loren, would be recognized by the American Film Institute as among the greatest female stars of Classical Hollywood cinema. She is among the surviving celebrities who arose from the Golden Age of the Hollywood film scene. Loren’s love for the craft was realized after participating in a beauty pageant. She started in the 1950s, receiving credits for minor roles. Through hard work and lots of practice, Loren was cast in The Pride and the Passion, Houseboat, and It Started in Naples.

Her first taste of major awards was winning the Academy for her role in Two Women. Subsequently, she won over five Golden Globe Awards, a BAFTA Awards, and a Laurel Award.