Lana Turner was an American actress who rose to fame in the 1940s and 1950s. She was known for her glamorous looks and roles in films such as The Postman Always Rings Twice, Imitation of Life, and Peyton Place. She was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress in 1959 for her performance in Imitation of Life. Turner was also a successful businesswoman, owning her own production company and nightclub.