Born in New York City in 1949, Sigourney Weaver has become a seminal figure in Hollywood, especially known for her groundbreaking role as Ellen Ripley in “Alien.”
This role not only catapulted her to fame but also reshaped the portrayal of women in action and sci-fi films. Beyond the Alien series, Weaver has shown remarkable versatility in films like “Ghostbusters,” “Gorillas in the Mist,” and “Avatar.