Gloria Swanson was an American actress, producer, and director, born on March 27, 1899, in Chicago, Illinois. She became one of the biggest stars of the silent film era in the 1920s, known for her glamorous roles and striking beauty. Swanson starred in notable films like Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans and Sadie Thompson. In the 1950s, she made a successful comeback with her role in Sunset Boulevard, which earned her an Academy Award nomination. Throughout her career, Swanson was also a pioneer in the film industry, influencing future generations of actors and filmmakers. She passed away on April 4, 1983.