Audrey Hepburn
1929-1993
She was a famous movie star and a kind helper who worked to improve children’s lives around the world.
Early Life
Audrey Hepburn was born on May 4, 1929, in Belgium, Europe. She had a British father and a Dutch mother. As a child, she lived in several countries and learned to speak more than one language.
Audrey loved dancing and dreamed of becoming a ballet dancer. Even when times were tough, including living through World War II, she stayed hopeful and worked very hard to follow her dreams.
Discovering Acting
As Audrey grew older, she studied ballet and worked in small theater shows. People noticed her grace, kind smile, and gentle voice.
Soon, movie makers asked her to act in films. Audrey moved into the world of movies, where her talent truly shined.
Movie Stardom
Audrey became famous in the 1950s and 1960s. She starred in popular movies like *Roman Holiday*, *Sabrina*, and *Breakfast at Tiffany’s*.
Audrey won many awards for her acting, including an Academy Award for *Roman Holiday*. Fans loved her not just for her beauty, but also for her kindness and warmth.
Helping Others
Later in life, Audrey chose to spend less time acting and more time helping children. She became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, which means she spoke up for children who needed help.
Audrey traveled to many countries to bring attention to the need for food, clean water, and care for children. She believed every child deserved love and kindness.
Legacy
Audrey Hepburn is remembered as more than a movie star. She showed the world that being kind and caring is just as important as being talented.
Today, people still admire her movies, her style, and her big heart. Audrey’s life teaches us that helping others can make the world brighter.
🎉 Fun Facts
Audrey could speak five languages, including English, French, Dutch, Italian, and Spanish.
She loved animals and always had pets.
Audrey won an Oscar for her very first starring movie role.
She is still considered one of the most stylish movie stars ever.
Audrey once said her favorite role was being a mother.