Ava Gardner was an American actress and singer who rose to fame in the 1940s and 1950s. She was known for her roles in films such as The Killers, Show Boat, and The Barefoot Contessa. She was also a frequent collaborator with director John Huston, appearing in several of his films. Gardner was married three times, most famously to actor Frank Sinatra. She was nicknamed 'Hollywood's Gardner' due to her glamorous lifestyle and her many relationships with Hollywood stars.