Rebecca (1940) and Suspicion (1941).Olivia’s first movie role was in the 1934 film adaptation of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
She went on to appear in 49 feature films becoming one of the most well-known stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood cinema.She is best known for her portrayal of Melanie Hamilton in the classic 1939 film Gone with the Wind.
Olivia’s performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. The Hollywood legend is also recognized for costarring with Errol Flynn in adventure films such as Captain Blood (1935) and The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938).Olivia received five Academy Award nominations over the course of her career, including two Best Actress wins for To Each His Own.
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