Jessica Tandy was a British-born American actress, born on June 7, 1909, in Hackney, London, England. She began her career on the London stage at the age of 18 and quickly became a favorite in the West End, sharing the stage with legendary actors like Laurence Olivier and John Gielgud.

She moved to the United States during World War II and continued her career on Broadway, earning critical acclaim for her role as Blanche DuBois in the original production of "A Streetcar Named Desire," which won her a Tony Award in 1948.

Her film career included notable roles in "The Birds" (1963), "Fried Green Tomatoes" (1991), and "Cocoon" (1985) and its sequel. She was married to actor Hume Cronyn, and the couple frequently collaborated on stage and screen, becoming known as the "first couple of the American theatre."

Jessica Tandy made history by becoming the oldest actress to win an Academy Award for Best Actress at the age of 80 for her role in "Driving Miss Daisy" (1989).

Throughout her career, she received numerous awards, including four Tony Awards, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award.

She passed away on September 11, 1994, in Easton, Connecticut, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances and a lasting impact on both stage and screen.