Elisabeth Shue

Born on October 6, Elisabeth Judson Shue began her career as a child actress, landing a starring role in the film The Karate Kid in 1984. Her breakthrough continued with notable performances in Adventures in Babysitting, Cocktail, and Soapdish throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s. Shue's portrayal of Julia in the 1995 film Leaving Las Vegas earned her critical acclaim and numerous award nominations, including an Academy Award nod. She went on to appear in various films and television shows, including the CBS series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, before taking on supporting roles in recent releases like Battle of the Sexes and Death Wish.