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Audrey Hepburn in 'Roman Holiday'

Audrey Hepburn in 'Roman Holiday'

After bit parts in a handful of other films, Hepburn landed her first starring role in this 1953 romantic comedy. She won her only Academy Award playing a bored princess who falls in love with Gregory Peck's newsman. AFTER THIS MOVIE: Sabrina, Breakfast at Tiffany's, Charade, and status as a style icon.

In this photo: Audrey Hepburn

Photo: Archive Photos/Getty Images

Jan 01, 1953
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