Oprah Winfrey

The richest African-American of the 20th century, Oprah Winfrey, was once the greatest black philanthropist and the first black billionaire in United States history. She is well known for her talk show "The Oprah Winfrey Show," which ran in national syndication from 1986 to 2011.

In 1994, she was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame. The "Sunset Boulevard" actress won two Primetime Emmy Awards in 2000 and 2002. In 2013, President Barack Obama honored her with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The co-author of five books was elected as a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2021.

Jamie Lee Curtis

Jamie Lee Curtis first rose to prominence when she got the role in the movie "Halloween" in 1978. It was Curtis' golden chance to stun the viewers with her marvelous acting as Laurie Strode, A high school girl that encountered a serial killer. She was cast in one of the biggest action films ever, "True Lies," in 1994, which brought her a Golden Globe Award for the best performance.

"Prom Night" was the movie for which she grabbed a Genie Award nomination for the best performance. In 2018, she appeared in a mystery movie "Knives out" which earned over $300 million at the global box office.

Maggie Cheung

Former actress Maggie Cheung was raised in Hong Kong and Britain. She got the audience's attention after placing second in 1983's Miss Hong Kong Pageant, an annual pageant organized by a local Hong Kong television station. After 2004, she rarely made public appearances except in fashion events and award ceremonies.

Her most acclaimed performances include "As Tears Go By," "Green Snake," and "The Soong Sisters." During her glorious years in Hollywood, she worked in more than 80 movies that established her among the biggest movie stars, not only in Hong Kong but in the entire Asia. In 1997, Cheung became a jury member at the Berlin Film Festival.

Alfre Woodard

The prominent political activist and producer Alfre Woodard is ranked seventeenth on the list of The 25 Greatest Actors of the 21st century by The New York Times in 2021. She got her break in the thriller "Remember My Name" in 1978, ad it was also her debut. People Magazine listed her among the most beautiful people in America.

She has received various accolades, including four Primetime Emmys, a Golden Globe, and three Screen Actors Guild Awards. One of her Emmys came to her for the groundbreaking performance in "Hill Street Blues." As a queen of multiple genres, she started doing comedies like "Scrooged" and "Miss Firecracker" in the late '80s.

Sigourney Weaver

British Academy Award holder Sigourney Weaver rose to prominence for playing Ellen Ripley in the science fiction "Alien" in 1979. Her outstanding performance nominated her for the BAFTA Award for Most Promising Newcomer. Her acting in the Broadway play "Hurlyburly" in 1984 earned her a nomination for Tony Award.

She has done extensive voiceover work in animated films such as "The Tale of Despereaux" in 2008 and "Finding Dory" in 2016. Fostering a prolific career, she was nominated for the Critics' Choice Award for working in "Political Animals." In 2006, Weaver was the narrator for the American version of the BBC Emmy Award-winning series "Planet Earth."

Jennifer Beals

The charming former teen model Jennifer Beals made her film debut in "My Bodyguard" in 1980. Later, she received critical acclaim for her character in "Flashdance" in 1983, for which she grabbed the NAACP Image Award for the outstanding actress. Her first television series was "2000 Malibu Road" in 1992, which gave her obvious fame.

The versatile actress also won Satellite Award in 1998 for wonderful acting in the TV film "The Twilight of the Golds." She has worked for decades and is still not ready to pull the brakes. She appeared in the 2022 NBC series "Law and Order" as an art gallery owner.

Whoopi Goldberg

The TV personality, author, and well-known comedian, Whoopi Goldberg is the recipient of various accolades. She is one of the 17 entertainers to win the EGOT; an Emmy, a Grammy, an Academy, and a Tony Award. Goldberg began her one-woman show named "The Spook Show" in 1983, which ran for one year.

Her film breakthrough was in 1985 with her prominent role in "Deep South" Between 1985 and 1988, she was the busiest star, and in 1994, she became the first black woman to host the Academy Awards. Goldberg hosted it again in 1996, 1999, and 2002 and has been regarded as one of the show's best hosts.

Jessica Lange

Jessica Lange is among the 13 actresses to achieve the Triple Crown of Acting and has won three Primetime Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and two Academy Awards. She is the first performer to attain two Oscar Awards in the same year, and she also exists on the list of most Oscar-nominated actresses.

Lange made her debut in the '70s classical movie "King Kong," in which she played Dawn. In the '80s, she played the character of singer Patsy Cline in the film "Sweet Dreams." Besides acting, Lange also works as a photographer and has released five photography books. As of 2022, she is still active in her professional life.

 

Kathleen Turner

Well known for her distinctive voice, Kathleen Turner has won two Golden Globe Awards and has been nominated for an Academy and two Tony Awards. She rose to fame during the '80s after a successful role in "Body Heat" in 1981, "The Man with Two Brains" in 1983, "Crime of Passion" in 1984, and "Prizzi's Honor" in 1985.

Turner remained an A-list leading lady in the early '90s. She also contributed to voiceover roles like in the horror movie "Monster House" in 2006. On August 7, 2018, Vulture published an in-depth interview with Terner, which led the "The Virgin Suicides" star's name to trend on Google.

Michelle Pfeiffer

Acknowledged as one of the most prolific actresses of the '80s and '90s, Michelle Pfeiffer has won Golden Globe Award and British Academy Award. Beginning her career with minor television appearances in 1978, she got her first leading role in "Grease 2" in 1982. However, her breakout role was in 1983's "Scarface."

As a stunning leading lady in several blockbusters, she became one of the decade's highest-paid actresses in the '90s. The 2007 inductee of the Hollywood walk of fame remained one of Hollywood's most bankable actresses for four decades. Still active in the business, she has millions of undying fans.

Glenn Close

Glenn Close made her Broadway debut in the '70s, which proved a huge success, and other theatre work established her reputation. In the '80s, she received a Tony Award nomination that caught the attention of movie director George Hill. He featured her in his '80s movie "The World According to Garp."

In the '90s, Close worked in different genres of movies, doing films like "The Paper," "Hamlet," and "101 Dalmatians." Although recognized for her screen work, she has a distinguished career on stage. Only a few people have been nominated for top television awards, and Close is one of them. Still focused on her career, she starred in the 2020 "Hillbilly Elegy."

Meryl Streep

Considered the greatest living actress by critics, Meryl Streep made her Broadway debut in the '70s, but her performance in the film "The Deer Hunter" earned her worldwide recognition. Streep confirmed her prominence as the finest Hollywood actress through her multiple dramatic performances. She illustrated her emotional state range by playing the role of a Victorian woman in the film "The French Lieutenant's Woman."

Streep holds a record for winning 21 Academy Award nominations and 32 Golden Globe Award nominations. She has received eight Golden Globe Awards, three Academy Awards, three Primetime Emmy Awards, and six Grammy Awards. As of 2022, the "Holocaust" star is still carrying on her acting career.

Mia Farrow

Mia Farrow started her career by doing minor roles in the '50s. She is recognized for most of her parts directed by director and writer Woody Allen. Throughout her career, she attracted much media attention due to her relationships. In the '70s, she did notable movies like "The Great Gatsby" and "A Wedding."

Farrow has received many nominations, including a BAFTA and Golden Globe nomination. She played supporting roles in movies like "Dark Horse" and "The Omen." She is acknowledged for working as a UNICEF ambassador and is on the list of the most influential people in the world. The "Be Kind Rewind" entertainer is now focused on her family and makes occasional television appearances.

Krystyna Janda

Well known for playing prominent roles in films by Polish director Andrzej Wajda, Krystyna Janda gained fame with her movie "Mephisto" in 1981. The performance also earned her an Academy Award. She played the lead in the film "Przesluchanie" in 1982, which confirmed her matchless performing skills.

She is internationally acknowledged as one of the most popular and greatest actresses in Polish cinema history. Being a veteran star, Janda became a jury member at the 43rd Berlin International Film Festival held in 1993. Throughout her glorious career, she has won honorary awards like Best Actress at the Cannes Film Festival in 1990.

Barbara Sukowa

The enrapturing German actress Barbara Sukowa made her debut in the '80s drama "Berlin Alexanderplatz." Sukowa gained critical admiration for playing the role of a singer in the several award-winning 1981 movie "Lola." Later in her career, she was displayed in political movies and won Cannes Film Festival and German Film Awards.

Sukowa's international production performances caught the attention of Hollywood. She did a bunch of American movies, including "Johnny Mnemonic," "M.Butterfly," "Cradle with Rock," and "Romance and Cigarettes." Throughout her career, she has played fierce and intense characters in contemporary movies like "Hannah Ardent." Sukowa is still ready to add projects to her credits and is focused on acting.

Elizabeth McGovern

As a theatre-trained actress with a spirited personality, Elizabeth McGovern made her debut in the '80s Oscar-winning movie "Ordinary People." Her next project, "Ragtime," got her the nomination for an Oscar and a Golden Globe. Her famous movies include "Once Upon a Time in America," "The Handmaid's Tale," and "She's Having a Baby."

She later returned to the theater doing theatre productions and starring in the sitcom "If Not For You." McGovern played supporting roles in movies like "The Wings of The Dove" and "House of Mirth." The "Clash of The Titans" beauty has amused the fans for decades, and she is still enjoying her acting career as of 2022.

Barbara Hershey

Part of Hollywood's most remarkable movies, Barbara Hershey started her acting journey in the '60s. Her career was propelled in the '80s when she performed in "The Entity," "The Natural," "Shy People," and "Beaches." She returned to television in the '90s and starred in dramas like "A Killing in a Small Town" and "Chicago Hope."

Hershey holds a record of winning two consecutive Cannes Film Festival Awards for best actress. She is also a recipient of an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe. She's a person who jumps roles quickly from television to movies. Fans enjoyed her seasoned acting skills in "Once Upon a Time," "Chicago Hope," and "The Mountain."

Geraldine Chaplin

The daughter of Charlie Chaplin, Geraldine Chaplin, started her career through modeling and dance but later turned to acting. She made her Broadway debut in the '60s movie "The Little Foxes." She got her Golden Globe nomination for "Nashville" and a BAFTA nomination for "Welcome to L.A." Geraldine played the character of her grandmother in the biopic film "Chaplin," which led her to receive a Golden Globe nomination.

The multi-talented actress also appeared in French and Spanish movies like "Life Is a Bed of Roses" and "Les Uns et les Autres." Chaplin is still enjoying her success in show business.

Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore started her acting career as a child actor in the '80s and earned fame for her role in "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial." Growing up, she had a very publicized life and released her biography, "Little Girl Lost." Throughout her career, she starred in flourishing movies, including "Poison Ivy," "Batman Forever," "Mad Love," and "Never Been Kissed."

Barrymore c0-founded Flower Films in 1995 and made movies like "Donnie Darko" and "Happy Camp" under the banner. She won many awards, including Screen Actors Guild Award and a Golden Globe Award. As of 2022, she is hosting her talk show "The Drew Barrymore Show" and is cast in the Netflix show "Santa Clarita Diet."

Winona Ryder

Winona Ryder is known for her diverse roles in different genres. She made her debut in the '80s film "Lucas" and gained immense popularity. Her career continued to flourish with leading characters in movies like "Great Balls of Fire," "Mermaids," and "Edward Scissorhands." The talented Ryder received an Academy Award nomination for the 1994 version of "Little Women."

She went on a hiatus in 2002 and returned to the big screen in 2009 with the hit movie "Star Trek." In 2010 she got nominated for the Television drama "When Love is Not Enough." Keeping up with her acting success, Ryder is still in the show business and is starring in the Netflix drama "Stranger Things."

Sally Field

Sally Field started her glorious film career in the '60s through comedy dramas like "The Girl With Something Extra," "Gidget," and "The Flying Nun." She got the critics' praise for her role in the movie "Sybil" and received the Primetime Emmy Award for leading actress for the same. Her career strengthened in the '70s when she starred in films like "Heroes," "Hooper," and "The End."

In the '80s, Field won two Academy Awards for best actress. She returned to television in 2000 through the drama "ER." On May 5, 2014, she became a Hollywood Walk of Fame inductee. She is still working as of 2022 and was featured in the 2020 drama "Dispatches from Elsewhere."

Meg Ryan

One of the most stunning actresses, Meg Ryan, started her acting career in 1981 with the drama film "Rich and Famous." In the mid-'80s, she appeared in supporting roles like the box office hit "Top Gun." The movie which brought her widespread attention and her first Golden Globe nomination was the romantic comedy "When Harry Met Sally..."

Ryan established herself nationally and internationally as one of the most successful actresses in the '90s, particularly in romantic comedy films such as "When a Man Loves a Woman" and "City of Angels." Many of her iconic scenes from several rom-coms will always be remembered.

Linda Hamilton

Honored with eight awards for her best performance, Linda Hamilton first appeared in a significant role in the famous 1980's soap opera "Secrets of Midland Heights." Later, her big screen debut was in the thriller "Tag: The Assassination Game" in 1982. After the film, she was listed among the twelve Promising New actors of 1982, which opened the doors to success for her.

She received MTV Movie Award for Best Female performer and Most Desirable Female for her action sci-fi "Terminator 2: Judgment Day." Equally active in film and TV, she appeared in the six episodes of the 2021 comedy-drama "Claws."

Elisabeth Shue

Best known for her character in the 1984 movie "The Karate Kid," Elisabeth Shue has been spreading her spell of versatile acting since 1984. She has been fond of working on screen since her childhood. Her most famous television drama was "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation." The "Leaving Las Vegas" beauty made her Broadway debut in the Lincoln Center with "Some American Abroad" in May 1990. 

 Shue was nominated for the Academy Award in 1995. The actress took a leading role in the American superhero drama television series "The Boys" in 2019. As of 2022, Shue is still active in her profession, and her famous war movie "Greyhound" was released on July 10, 2020.

Karen Allen

Karen Allen is among the few actors who started their career with a hit movie. She made her debut in the '70s award-winning short film "The Whidjitmaker." After several successful ventures, Allen decided to take a hiatus from the limelight of her exceeding career. She returned to bigger projects in the '80s and did movies like "Until September."

She again left the spotlight for stage work and gave a phenomenal performance in "King of the Hill." Allen made star appearances in hit dramas like "Law and Order" and movies like "Secret Weapon." She is also a proficient songwriter and musician and has written screenplays and poetry. As of 2022, she is working as a director.

Dolly Parton

Country singer and actress Dolly Parton is acknowledged for initiating a link between pop and country music genres. Parton showed a passion for music from a young age and was featured on the radio. Parton started her career with singer Porter Wagoner and made hit songs with him, but she parted ways with Wagoner in the '70s to work as a solo artist.

Barton has secured 11 Grammys, and her 25 songs hold the record for reaching no one on the Billboard Charts. She has appeared in several films, including "Nine to Five." The "Jolene" singer is still active in the music industry as of 2022.

Heather Langenkamp

Heather Langenkamp became a television eminence through the '80s movie "A Nightmare on Elm Street," in which she played Nancy Thompson. Langenkamp is appraised as a prominent figure in the horror genre. She has been cast for multiple television dramas and has done projects like "Growing Pains" and "JJ Villard's Fairy Tales."

She stretched her career by working as a makeup coordinator for movies like "Cinderella Man" and "The Cabin in the Woods." In 2010, Langenkamp produced the documentary "I Am Nancy," centered on Thompson's role she played in the '80s. Keeping up with her success, Langenkamp is still pursuing her acting career as of 2022.

Jodie Foster

Beginning her successful career through commercials at the age of two, Jodie Foster made her film debut in the '60s. Her breakthrough came through the movie "Taxi Driver" in which she played the character of a female escort. Foster brought utter artistry to every character she played, and this quality brought her three British Academy and three Golden Globe Awards.

In the '90s, Foster was named the most beautiful woman in the world and had a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2016. The "Money Monster" beauty made her directorial debut in 1991 by directing the movie "Little Man Tate."

Phoebe Cates

Phoebe Cates started her career as a model at 14 and has the honor of being featured on the covers of Elle, British Vogue, and Seventeen. She made her acting debut in the '80s playing Sarah in "Paradise." After her motion picture debut, she made her debut in the Broadway production "The Nest of the Wood Grouse."

The highest-grossing movie of Cates' career was "Gremlins," in which she appeared as Kate Beringer. In 1994, Cate bid farewell to act for raising her children. In 2015, she made a brief comeback only to give her voice to the video game "Lego Dimensions."

Julia Roberts

One of the most famous actresses in America, Julia Roberts, started her career in the '80s. The audience was instantly drawn to her beauty and acting skills after her appearance in the movie "Pretty Woman." The film got Roberts an Oscar nomination and won her the People's Choice Award. She was the highest-paid actress of the '90s. Even though Roberts was doing movies in different genres, audiences loved her role in romantic comedies.

Six of Roberts' movies, including "Ocean's Twelve," are ranked as the highest-grossing movies. She is a member of UNICEF and is involved in many charity programs. Roberts is keeping her acting legacy and is still working in the entertainment industry.

Nicole Kidman

Hollywood's beauty Nicole Kidman is an actress and producer who started her career as a teenager in the '80s. Since the start of her career, she stayed on the upward trajectory as she kept on doing hit movies like "The Others," "The Hours," and "Birth," one after another. Kidman has worked in diverse genres and has been one of the highest-paid celebrities in the world.

Kidman's television role in the 2017 drama "Big Little Lies" earned her two Primetime Emmys and an Outstanding Lead Actress Award. Listed among the 100 most influential people on the globe, she has been named among the greatest actors of the 21st century.

Lea Thompson

Lea Thompson started her career as a ballet dancer and has performed on 45 stages, such as The Ballet Repertory and The Pennsylvania Ballet company. She made her big screen debut in the '80s film "Jaws 3-D." Her biggest hit, "Back to the Future," made her the most sought-after actress. In the '90s, Thompson was given the script for "Carolina in the City." The role brought the People's Choice Award.

Thompson has also directed some episodes of television dramas like "Young Sheldon" and "Switched at Birth." In 2019, she played the character of Marmee March in the movie "Little Women." Her 2020 comedy-drama "Dinner in America" was released on May 27, 2022.

Daryl Hannah

Daryl Hannah started her career by doing minor roles in the '70s movie like "The Fury." Her breakout came through the movie "Blade Runner" and the comedy film "Splash" in which she portrayed the character of a mermaid. In the '90s, Hannah produced, wrote, and directed the 12-minute short film "The Last Supper" and won the Jury Award for the best short film.

Her career was in the spotlight for the first half of the '90s, but later she took on some smaller roles which affected her career. As her screen roles decreased, she has been working as an environmental activist for the last decade.

Jennifer Grey

Jennifer Grey is a multi-talented performer who is the master of comedy to serious roles. Her career encircles around the '80s movie "Dirty Dancing," in which she played the role of a teenage girl finding romance through dance. Grey never fails to impress her fans with her one after other iconic parts, and "Red Dawn" and "Bounce" are examples.

Grey has starred in 34 movies and has done several TV shows like "House Abbey," "The Bling Ring," "Grey's Anatomy," and "Old Christine." As of 2022, she is still in the business and enjoying her acting career on TV and film, and fans always wait for her next project.

Martha Plimpton

 

Martha Plimpton began her career at a young age and was given a small role in the '80s movie "Rollover." Her first significant role was in the film "The River Rat." She made her theatre debut in the '90s in the Steppenwolf Theatre and received the National Medal of Arts Award for multiple striking performances.

Plimpton became the most admired stage and film actress through her dedication and versatility. In the '90s, she started to focus on television more as it offered her a range of characters. The veteran is still carrying on her acting career and is wowing the fans as a mother in the 2022 comedy-drama "Sprung."

Dianne Wiest

Dianne Wiest intended to be a ballerina, but she crossed paths with acting after doing some stage work on Broadway. Wiest made her debut in the '80s but wasn't recognized until "The Purple Rose of Cairo." She won an Oscar for her dazzling performance in the 1986 romance "Hannah and Her Sisters."

Wiest did many dramatic roles but was frequently cast in comedy movies which expanded her career and earned her a lot of respect. Her appearance with Johnny Depp in "Edward Scissorhands" made her a Hollywood sensation. She is still working in the entertainment industry and is starring in the drama "Let Them All Talk."

Gena Rowlands

 

American actress Gena Rowlands has a career spanning over seven decades in film, television, and stage. The four-time Emmy Award-winning Rowland is recognized for the ten films she did in collaboration with her late husband, director John Cassavetes. She also has an Honorary Academy Award for her screen performances.

Rowland made her television and Broadway debut in the '50s. What makes her an icon is how she changes her appearance and acting style in every movie. Fans know Rowland for her performance in the film "The Notebook," in which she played a woman who is losing her memory. Rowland faded out of the glittering world of show business in 2014.

Lena Olin

Coming from a family of actors, Lena Olin has talent rooted in her genes. She started working in the Royal Theatre from a young age and gave many memorable performances. Before making her debut in the '80s movie "After the Rehearsal," she starred in the some Shakespeare classics. She became famous for her role in the political film "The Unbearable Lightness of Being."

Olin has been nominated for Primetime Emmy, an Academy, and a Golden Globe Award. The "Chocolat" actress took a respite from her acting career in the late '90s and resides in New York with her husband, director Lasse Hallström.

Lesley Ann Warren

Enchanting Lesley Ann Warren made her on-screen debut in the '60s featuring in the drama "The Chapman Report." Warren made her Broadway debut in the '60s, winning Broadway's Promising Newcomer Award. She came into the Hollywood spotlight after doing the movie "Cinderella," in which she played the female protagonist role; the movie caught a lot of attention, and Walt Disney signed more contracts with her.

Warren's career evolved in the '80s as she got nominated for both Golden Globe and Oscar for her role in the musical movie "Victoria." She is still in the show business and has branched her skills to production.

Sissy Spacek

A nominee for multiple Oscar Awards, Sissy Spacek was Hollywood's favorite star during the '80s and '90s. Spacek started her career in the '60s as a singer when she first moved to New York. She rose to stardom after her role in the movies "Badlands" and "Carrie."

Her performance in "Coral Miner's Daughter" won her not only an Academy Award for best actress but also a Golden Globe Award. The play "Crimes of the Heart" also won her a Golden Globe. Spacek had a star on the Hollywood walk of fame in 2011. Spacek is still working in the show business and is featured on Amazon Prime's show "Night Sky."

Macha Méril

Born in Rabat, Macha Méril is the descendent of the Russian princely house Gagarin. She left her studies to join the National Popular Theatre. Méril started her career in the '60s and has performed in 125 films. She came to the spotlight after her role in "Train Murders." Not only a fantastic actress, but Méril is also an impressive producer and writer.

Méril has worked with legendary directors like Luis Bunuel and Dario Argento in her decades-long career. The most popular book written by Méril is "Vania." She is ranked on the list of wealthiest people in Morocco. As of 2022, she is active in her acting and writing projects.

Julie Andrews

Known for her majestic vocal range, English singer and actress Julie Andrews made her debut in the '50s. Starting her career as a singer, Andrew's first solo performance was at London's Stage Door. From starring in musical films to doing legendary roles like Mary Poppins, Andrews became the people's delight. In the '80s, Andrews took a break from singing to focus on her acting career.

"The Sound of Music" was the biggest hit for her. She is also an established writer, and her books have a separate fanbase. As of 2022, Andrews is still working as an actress and a voiceover artist.

Blythe Danner

Acknowledged for her fantastic performance in the Tony Award-winning "Butterflies Are Free" on Broadway, Blythe Danner made her debut in the '60s. Danner performed at William Stone theatre for 25 years and has a long list of marvelous appearances. Danner's name is on the list of a few actresses who worked in all industry domains, winning millions of fans.

She was the first actress nominated for three Emmys in the same year. She is a member of the Union of Concerned Scientists and works as an environmental advocate. As of 2022, Danner is using her fame to raise awareness against health issues.

Joanna Cassidy

Courage, talent, enthusiasm, beauty, luck, and brilliance describe the American actress Joanna Cassidy. Cassidy took off her career at the age of 28, which is considered pretty late in the acting industry. She moved to Los Angeles in the '70s and landed her first role in the TV show "Roller Girls."

In the '80s, Cassidy got her first major role in the movie "Blade Runner" which made the highlight of her career. Most of the characters played by Cassidy are lucrative and unmarried. Even though she started her career late, she has a huge fan base. Cassidy does not intend to put a full stop to her career and is still acting as of 2022.

Molly Ringwald

Well known for her role in the NBC sitcom "The Facts of Life," Molly Ringwald made her motion picture debut as Miranda in the independent film "Tempest" in 1982. Shakespeare's play-based film brought her a Golden Globe nomination for New Star Of The Year. She further became noticeable with her breakout role in the movie "Sixteen Candles" in 1984.

The "The Pick-up Artist" actress stated that she was very aware of her public image during her teen years and tried to be a good role model for her fans. In 2019, Ringwald made her debut as a translator for the French novel "Lie With Me" by Philippe Besson.