Myrna Loy was an American actress who starred in many classic films from the 1930s to the 1950s. She is best known for her role as Nora Charles in the 'Thin Man' series of films. She also appeared in films such as 'The Best Years of Our Lives', 'Cheaper by the Dozen', and 'Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House'. Her career spanned over four decades and she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress in 1936.