The world of cinema has seen some of the most iconic actors and actresses grace the silver screen. From the classic Hollywood stars of the Golden Age to the modern-day A-listers, these talented individuals have captivated audiences for generations. To celebrate their achievements, Empire magazine recently released their list of the 50 greatest actors of all time.

At the top of the list is Denzel Washington, who has starred in some of the most iconic films of the past few decades. His powerful performances in movies such as ‘Glory’, ‘Training Day’ and ‘Malcolm X’ have earned him two Academy Awards and a place in the hearts of millions of fans.

In second place is Tom Hanks, whose impressive career spans four decades. He has starred in some of the biggest box office hits of all time, including ‘Forrest Gump’, ‘Saving Private Ryan’ and ‘The Da Vinci Code’. His charming on-screen presence and natural talent have earned him five Academy Awards and a place in the list of the greatest actors of all time.

Marilyn Monroe is third on the list, thanks to her iconic performances in films such as ‘Some Like It Hot’ and ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’. Her captivating beauty and unique style of acting made her one of the most beloved stars of the 1950s and 1960s.

Fourth on the list is Robert De Niro, who has starred in some of the most iconic films of all time. His powerful performances in movies such as ‘The Godfather’, ‘Raging Bull’ and ‘Taxi Driver’ have earned him two Academy Awards and a place in the hearts of millions of fans.

Bette Davis is fifth on the list, thanks to her powerful performances in films such as ‘All About Eve’ and ‘What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?’. Her bold and fearless style of acting made her one of the most iconic stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Natalie Portman is sixth on the list, thanks to her impressive performances in films such as ‘Black Swan’ and ‘V for Vendetta’. Her captivating beauty and natural talent have earned her an Academy Award and a place in the list of the greatest actors of all time.

Seventh on the list is Heath Ledger, whose powerful performances in films such as ‘The Dark Knight’ and ‘Brokeback Mountain’ earned him an Academy Award and a place in the hearts of millions of fans.

Finally, Katharine Hepburn is eighth on the list, thanks to her iconic performances in films such as ‘The Philadelphia Story’ and ‘The African Queen’. Her bold and fearless style of acting made her one of the most beloved stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood.

These eight actors are the cream of the crop when it comes to the world’s greatest actors. Their impressive careers and iconic performances have earned them a place in the hearts of millions of fans and a place in the list of the 50 greatest actors of all time.

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