Elizabeth Taylor (1932-2011) was a legendary Hollywood actress known for her striking beauty and iconic films. Over her career spanning 60 films, she received praise for her acting abilities and won two Academy Awards. Taylor battled health issues in her later years but devoted herself to philanthropic causes, especially AIDS research and patients, raising over $100 million. She passed away in 2011 at age 79 after making a significant impact through her artistic and humanitarian work.