Tippi Hedren, an American actress, model, and activist, is best known for her role in Alfred Hitchcock’s classic thriller The Birds (1963), which secured her place in cinematic history.
Born on January 19, 1930, in New Ulm, Minnesota, she began her career as a model in the late 1950s before transitioning to acting. Her striking beauty and graceful presence quickly captured Hollywood’s attention, leading to a contract with the renowned director Alfred Hitchcock—marking the start of her film career. Hedren’s debut in The Birds left a lasting impression on audiences, making her synonymous with Hitchcock’s suspenseful and often eerie filmmaking style.