Winona Ryder is an American actress who has been in the entertainment industry since the late 1980s. She is best known for her roles in films such as Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, and Heathers. She won a Golden Globe Award for her performance in the 1994 film Little Women. Ryder has also appeared in several television series, including Stranger Things and Friends. She is also an advocate for environmental causes.