#26: Zelda Rubinstein Now
Rubinstein was best known for her unforgettable role as Tangina in Poltergeist, and she continued working in film, TV, and voice acting long after Sixteen Candles. She was also an outspoken activist for AIDS awareness and human rights, using her distinctive voice and platform for advocacy as well as art.
She worked steadily until her passing in 2010, remembered as a scene-stealing performer with a singular presence. Rubinstein’s blend of quirk and gravitas made even her smallest roles, like the organist, stand out in pop culture memory.