#7: Henry Fonda

Henry Fonda’s journey from Broadway to Hollywood stardom began in 1935, launching a career that would make him one of cinema’s most revered actors. Known for his natural charm and quiet intensity, he left an indelible mark on the Western genre, most memorably as the chilling villain in Sergio Leone’s Once Upon a Time in the West.

His commanding presence and nuanced performances solidified his place among Hollywood’s elite. Recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the greatest actors of all time, Fonda’s legacy endures as a symbol of classic American storytelling and cinematic excellence.