: a woman or girl who is an actor
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While arriving at Cannes' Palace of Festivals and Conferences center, per People magazine, the British actress stunned in a white and pink plaid dress.
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 23 May 2025
In addition to acting in notable projects like The Conjuring and Mystic Pizza, the actress also published a book of essays in 2025 titled Turning to Birds.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 22 May 2025
The actress previously styled looks by such designers and labels as Roberto Cavalli, Armani Privé and Ashi Studio, among others.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Regardless of their relationship status, The Perfect Find actor has always rallied behind the actress, supporting her many projects and also publicly standing up for his woman when needed.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 22 May 2025
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 23 May 2025
In addition to acting in notable projects like The Conjuring and Mystic Pizza, the actress also published a book of essays in 2025 titled Turning to Birds.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 22 May 2025
The actress previously styled looks by such designers and labels as Roberto Cavalli, Armani Privé and Ashi Studio, among others.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Regardless of their relationship status, The Perfect Find actor has always rallied behind the actress, supporting her many projects and also publicly standing up for his woman when needed.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 22 May 2025
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“Actress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/actress. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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actress
noun
ac·tress
ˈak-trəs 
: a woman or girl who acts especially in a play or movie or on television
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