Doris Day was an American actress, singer, and animal welfare activist, born on April 3, 1922, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She gained fame in the 1940s and 1950s for her roles in romantic comedies, becoming one of the biggest box office stars of her time. Some of her most notable films include Pillow Talk, Calamity Jane, and The Man Who Knew Too Much. In addition to her acting career, Doris Day was a successful singer, known for hits like "Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)." Throughout her life, she was also dedicated to animal rights, founding the Doris Day Animal Foundation in 1978. She passed away on May 13, 2019, leaving behind a lasting legacy in film and philanthropy.