Hedy Lamarr (1914-2000) She was described as the most beautiful woman in the world, but Hedy Lamarr could act and was smart so she enlivened a variety of films with her tart and lovely presence.Hedy once said: “While people point out that I usually play dissolute women, my nature in real life is different. My acting style is a cross between Judy Garland and Greta Garbo.”