- Vincent Price:
- Known for classics like “House of Wax” (1953) and “The Fly” (1958).
- Boris Karloff:
- Renowned for his portrayal of Frankenstein’s monster in “Frankenstein” (1931).
- Bela Lugosi:
- Famed for his role as Count Dracula in “Dracula” (1931).
- Christopher Lee:
- Known for his roles in Hammer Horror films and for portraying Dracula in a series of films.
- Peter Cushing:
- Known for his roles in Hammer Horror films alongside Christopher Lee.
- Jamie Lee Curtis:
- Known as the “scream queen” for her roles in horror films like “Halloween” (1978).
- Robert Englund:
- Famous for his portrayal of Freddy Krueger in the “Nightmare on Elm Street” series.
- Tony Todd:
- Known for his role as the Candyman in “Candyman” (1992).
- Kathy Bates:
- Acclaimed for her role in “Misery” (1990) and her participation in “American Horror Story”.
- Jeffrey Combs:
- Known for his roles in “Re-Animator” (1985) and other horror films.
These actors have left a significant mark on the horror genre with their performances. There are many other actors who have also contributed to the genre, making it a rich and diverse field in the entertainment industry.