Vivien Leigh was an iconic British actress, widely celebrated for her powerful performances on both stage and screen. Born Vivian Mary Hartley on November 5, 1913, in Darjeeling, India, she changed her name after marrying lawyer Leigh Holman. Leigh achieved international fame for her role as Scarlett O'Hara in the monumental film "Gone with the Wind," directed by David O. Selznick. This groundbreaking performance not only won her an Academy Award but also solidified her place in cinematic history, as the film remains one of the most acclaimed in Hollywood.