Ursula Andress Biography

Fast Facts

• Received fifth place for the title of Top Female New Face at the 1964 Golden Laurel Awads
• Decided to move to Hollywood after Marlon Brando convinced her to meet with various studio heads
• Is primarily known as the first Bond Girl in the "James Bond" series of films
• Is widely recognized for her portrayal of sultry vixens in films
• Due to her strong accent, her voice was dubbed in the film "Dr․ No․"
• Was asked by James Dean to accompany him on his ill-fated drive to San Francisco in 1955
• Was the original actress chosen to portray the character Sophie in "Sophie's Choice․"