Helen Vinson (1907-1992) was an American actress primarily active in the 1930s. She was known for portraying sophisticated, elegant, yet often devious or manipulative women. Often relegated to the role of 'the other woman' or antagonist, her screen presence was characterized by a refined coolness.

Vinson was adept at imbuing her characters with a certain moral ambiguity, making them memorable. Among her most significant films were the Oscar-winning *Cavalcade* (1933), in which she had a supporting role, and film noirs such as *The Kennel Murder Case* (1933) and *Charlie Chan at the Opera* (1936). Her career primarily unfolded as an esteemed character actress, excelling at giving depth to complex and often wicked female figures.