Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy

Spencer Bonaventure Tracy was the second son of mother Caroline Brown ( 1874–1942) and father and truck salesman John Edward Tracy (1873–1928). Spencer Bonaventure Tracy (April 5, 1900 – June 10, 1967) was an American actor. He was known for his natural performing style and versatility. One of the major stars of Hollywood's Golden Age, Tracy was the first actor to win two consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor from nine nominations. During his career, he appeared in 75 films and developed a reputation among his peers as one of the screen's greatest actors. In 1999, the American Film Institute ranked Tracy as the 9th greatest male star of Classic Hollywood Cinema.

The only actress to win 4 Academy Awards for Best Actress.