Kim Novak
Kim Novak was signed by Columbia Pictures to replace Rita Hayworth and compete with 20th Century Fox star Marilyn Monroe. The actress made it big when she starred in Vertigo by Alfred Hitchcock. She has only worked in the industry in sporadic bursts since the ‘60s.
Claudia Cardinale
Claudia Cardinale was hailed the “Most Beautiful Italian Girl in Tunisia” before. The competition prize had been a trip to Italy, where she launched her career. She had tough time with the language, but she still snagged gig after gig. She is passionate about women’s rights as well.