Actress
Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn was born on May 4, 1929 in Brussels, Belgium. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress at age 24 and starred in 'Sabrina' at 25.
Audrey Hepburn was born in 1929 and lived to age 64. Anyone born before 1929 is older than Audrey. Anyone over 64 is older than Audrey ever was.
Born
May 4, 1929
Brussels, Belgium
World pop: ~2B
Died
January 20, 1993
World pop: ~5.5B
Audrey's age at death
64
Your age
20
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Audrey's Life Timeline
Audrey Hepburn was born on May 4, 1929, in Brussels, Belgium, to a Dutch father and a British mother. During her childhood, she experienced the hardships of World War II, which influenced her later humanitarian efforts. Hepburn trained as a ballet dancer before transitioning to acting, where her elegance and charm quickly captured the attention of audiences worldwide.
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Hepburn's major career achievements began in the early 1950s. She gained international fame with her role in 'Roman Holiday' (1953), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress at the age of 24. Following this success, she starred in iconic films such as 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' (1961), 'My Fair Lady' (1964), and 'Sabrina' (1954), solidifying her status as a Hollywood legend. Her performances were marked by a unique blend of grace and vulnerability, earning her numerous accolades throughout her career.
In her later life, Hepburn became known for her humanitarian work, particularly as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. She dedicated much of her time to advocating for children's rights and worked tirelessly in various countries to improve the lives of those in need. Audrey Hepburn passed away on January 20, 1993, at the age of 64, leaving behind a legacy of elegance in film and compassion in humanitarian efforts.
Won the Academy Award for Best Actress
Audrey Hepburn was 24 years old when she won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Roman Holiday'. This achievement marked her as one of the youngest recipients of this prestigious award and established her as a leading actress in Hollywood.
Audrey Hepburn was 24 years old when she won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1953. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'Sabrina'
Audrey Hepburn was 25 years old when she starred in 'Sabrina', a romantic comedy directed by Billy Wilder that earned her another Academy Award nomination and cemented her status as a Hollywood icon.
Audrey Hepburn was 25 years old when she starred in 'Sabrina' in 1954. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'The Nun's Story'
Audrey Hepburn was 26 years old when she starred in 'The Nun's Story', a film that showcased her dramatic range and ability to portray complex characters. The film received critical acclaim and further solidified her reputation as a talented actress.
Audrey Hepburn was 26 years old when she starred in 'The Nun's Story' in 1955. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received a Golden Globe Award
Audrey Hepburn was 27 years old when she received a Golden Globe Award for her performance in 'The Nun's Story'. This recognition added to her growing list of accolades and highlighted her impact on the film industry.
Audrey Hepburn was 27 years old when she received a Golden Globe Award in 1956. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'Funny Face'
Audrey Hepburn was 28 years old when she starred alongside Fred Astaire in 'Funny Face', a musical comedy that showcased her elegance and charm.
Audrey Hepburn was 28 years old when she starred in 'Funny Face' in 1957. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'
Audrey Hepburn was 30 years old when she starred in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's', a film that became iconic for its fashion and Hepburn's portrayal of Holly Golightly. This role is often considered one of her most memorable performances.
Audrey Hepburn was 30 years old when she starred in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' in 1959. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'My Fair Lady'
Audrey Hepburn was 35 years old when she starred in 'My Fair Lady', a musical that showcased her singing and acting talents. The film was a commercial success and received several Academy Award nominations.
Audrey Hepburn was 35 years old when she starred in 'My Fair Lady' in 1964. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'Wait Until Dark'
Audrey Hepburn was 38 years old when she starred in 'Wait Until Dark', a thriller in which she played a blind woman terrorized in her apartment. Her performance earned her an Academy Award nomination.
Audrey Hepburn was 38 years old when she starred in 'Wait Until Dark' in 1967. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Appointed UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Audrey Hepburn was 59 years old when she was appointed as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, dedicating her later years to humanitarian work for children around the world.
Audrey Hepburn was 59 years old when she appointed UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 1988. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Audrey Hepburn was 62 years old when she became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. Her work focused on improving the lives of children around the world, highlighting her commitment to humanitarian causes.
Audrey Hepburn was 62 years old when she became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 1991. Are you older than Audrey was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
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| 1951 | 22 | |
| 1952 | 23 | |
| 1953 | 24 | won the Academy Award for Best Actress |
| 1954 | 25 | starred in 'Sabrina' |
| 1955 | 26 | starred in 'The Nun's Story' |
| 1956 | 27 | received a Golden Globe Award |
| 1957 | 28 | starred in 'Funny Face' |
| 1958 | 29 | |
| 1959 | 30 | starred in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' |
| 1960 | 31 | |
| 1961 | 32 | |
| 1962 | 33 | |
| 1963 | 34 | |
| 1964 | 35 | starred in 'My Fair Lady' |
| 1965 | 36 | |
| 1966 | 37 | |
| 1967 | 38 | starred in 'Wait Until Dark' |
| 1968 | 39 | |
| 1969 | 40 | |
| 1970 | 41 | |
| 1971 | 42 | |
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| 1973 | 44 | |
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| 1981 | 52 | |
| 1982 | 53 | |
| 1983 | 54 | |
| 1984 | 55 | |
| 1985 | 56 | |
| 1986 | 57 | |
| 1987 | 58 | |
| 1988 | 59 | appointed UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador |
| 1989 | 60 | |
| 1990 | 61 | |
| 1991 | 62 | became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador |
| 1992 | 63 | |
| 1993 | 64 |
