Greta GARBO was an iconic Swedish-American actress who starred in many classic films during the 1920s and 1930s. She was known for her unique beauty and her ability to portray strong female characters. Her most famous role was as the titular character in the 1932 film Grand Hotel, for which she received an Academy Award nomination. She is also remembered for her roles in Anna Karenina (1935) and Ninotchka (1939). She was given the nickname 'GARBO' due to her mysterious and aloof persona.