Bette Davis

Bette Davis was an American actress who was known for her dramatic, intense performances on screen. She was a force to be reckoned with in Hollywood, and was responsible for some of the most iconic and memorable performances in movie history.

Davis was born on April 5, 1908, in Lowell, Massachusetts. She was the daughter of Ruth and Harlow Davis, a lawyer. From a young age, Davis showed an interest in acting, and she began her career on the stage in New York.

She went on to have a successful film career, starring in classics like “All About Eve” and “Jezebel.” Davis was famous for her intense and emotional acting style, and was known for her unforgettable performances in films like “Dark Victory” and “What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?”

But while Davis was a serious actress on screen, off screen she was known for her wit and sense of humor. She was famous for her one-liners and wry observations, and was never afraid to speak her mind.

In fact, Davis was so quick-witted that she was occasionally accused of being difficult to work with. But those who knew her well knew that her biting humor was just part of her charm.

One of Davis’s most famous quips came when she was asked about the secret to her success: “Take Fountain,” she replied, referring to a street in Los Angeles that she believed offered an easier and quicker route between her home and the studios.

Another time, when asked about her reputation for being a difficult actress, Davis responded, “I’d sooner be difficult than mediocre.”

So while Bette Davis may have been a serious actress on screen, off screen she was a funny and irreverent woman who never took herself too seriously. And that’s just one of the many reasons why she continues to be remembered and celebrated to this day.