Merle Oberon was a British actress born on February 19, 1911, in India. She gained fame in the 1930s and 1940s for her roles in films such as Wuthering Heights and The Dark Angel. Oberon was known for her beauty and talent, becoming one of the leading actresses of her time. Throughout her career, Oberon worked with notable directors and actors, including Alfred Hitchcock and Laurence Olivier. Despite facing challenges, including a serious car accident that left her with facial scars, she continued to act and received an Academy Award nomination for her performance in The Dark Angel. Oberon passed away on November 23, 1979.