‘Adele Jergens #191 (Vintage Female Icon)’ Adele Jergens, born as Adelaide Bernays on February 28, 1908, was an American actress known primarily for her work in film during Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her screen debut came in 1931 with the movie ‘Men Are Such Fools.’ However, it was her role in the 1945 musical drama ‘Anna and the King of Siam,’ starring alongside Irene Dunne and Rex Harrison, that brought Jergens greater attention. Throughout her career, Jergens appeared in over 80 films, including notable roles in ‘The Jungle Princess’ (1942), ‘The Gay Sisters’ (1942), and ‘Chanticleer’ (1940). She is also recognized for her contribution to the burlesque film genre. Jergens retired from acting in the 1950s but continued to make appearances at conventions and events celebrating classic cinema. Her legacy as a vintage female icon endures, and she is remembered as an integral part of Hollywood’s Golden Age.