* Dame Maggie Smith: Renowned for her roles in "Harry Potter," "Downton Abbey," and "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie."
* Dame Judi Dench: Known for her roles in "Shakespeare in Love," "Skyfall," and "Notes on a Scandal."
* Dame Helen Mirren: Won an Oscar for her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in "The Queen."
* Dame Eileen Atkins: Prolific stage and screen actress, known for "The Crown" and "Cranford."
* Dame Diana Rigg: Famous for her roles in "The Avengers" and "Game of Thrones."
* Dame Shirley Bassey: Legendary Welsh singer, also known for her acting roles.
* Dame Angela Lansbury: Known for her role in the long-running series "Murder, She Wrote."
* Dame Vanessa Redgrave: A prominent figure in British theater and cinema.
* Dame Joan Collins: Known for her role in the soap opera "Dynasty."
* Dame Harriet Walter: A versatile actress, known for "The Crown" and "Sense and Sensibility."
This is not an exhaustive list, as many actresses have been bestowed with the honor of Damehood.