Katharine Hepburn vs Meryl Streep
Who? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Katharine Hepburn United States · 1907–2003 45% · #9 in the world
- Meryl Streep United States · 1949– 55% · #6 in the world
What the votes say
The world picks Meryl Streep over Katharine Hepburn, 55% to 45%. Meryl Streep is #6 of the 120 actors in the world ranking and Katharine Hepburn #9.
The case for each
Katharine Hepburn: The record holder for acting Oscars, with four for best actress, from Morning Glory (1933) to On Golden Pond (1981), and first on AFI's list of the greatest female screen legends.
Meryl Streep: The most nominated actor in Oscar history, with 21 nominations and three wins, for Kramer vs. Kramer, Sophie's Choice and The Iron Lady.
Side by side
| Katharine Hepburn | Meryl Streep | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #9 | #6 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Born | 1907 | 1949 |