Katharine Hepburn - The first Lady of Cinema

A short tribute to Katharine Hepburn who was an American actress and leading lady in Hollywood for more than 60 years. She appeared in a range of genres, from screwball comedies to literary dramas, and she received a record of 4 Academy Awards for best actress plus 8 further nominations. In 1999, Hepburn was named by the American Film Institute the greatest female star of Classic Hollywood Cinema. She was known for her fierce independence, spirited personality, and the pushing of boundaries for women. She is considered by many as 'The greatest actress ever and 'The First Lady of Cinema'.