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Who played the female lead in the 1933 film "King Kong"?

  • Jean Harlow
  • Fay Wray
  • Vivien Leigh
  • Mae West
Explanation

The female lead in the 1933 film "King Kong" was played by Fay Wray. She portrayed the character of Ann Darrow, a young actress who becomes the object of affection for the giant ape, Kong. Fay Wray's performance in the film was iconic and helped solidify her status as a scream queen in the horror genre. Her role and the film itself have remained influential in the history of cinema, making her portrayal in "King Kong" one of the most recognizable and memorable performances in classic Hollywood.