Rita Hayworth was an iconic American actress, dancer, and singer who starred in over 61 films during her career. Her most famous roles include the title character in the 1946 film 'Gilda' and Salome in the 1953 film of the same name. She was also known for her marriage to Prince ALY Khan. Her stage name, Rita Hayworth, is a combination of her birth name, Margarita Carmen Cansino, and her mother's maiden name, Hayworth.