Meryl Streep (Summit, New Jersey, 1949) is universally regarded as one of the greatest actresses in film history. Her career, which began in theater, quickly soared on the big screen. She holds the record for Academy Award nominations (21), winning three: for *Kramer vs. Kramer* (1979), *Sophie's Choice* (1982), and *The Iron Lady* (2011).

Renowned for her extraordinary versatility, her mastery of accents, and her complete immersion in characters, she has excelled in intense dramas (*Out of Africa*, *The Bridges of Madison County*), successful comedies (*The Devil Wears Prada*, *Mamma Mia!*), and biopics (*Julie & Julia*). She often portrays complex, strong, and multifaceted women, endowed with profound humanity and resilience, making her an icon of precision and authenticity.