40 Rare Photos of Grace Kelly Through the Years

The young film star is treated to a birthday celebration on the set of Rear Window in 1953. The actress was presented a cake on the Paramount lot in honor of her 24th birthday.

Kelly rides horseback on location in Equatorial Africa in 1953 for her film, Mogambo. The picture earned her an Academy Award nomination for best supporting actress.

The actress reads through the final script for Hitchcock's thriller, Dial M for Murder, with co-star Robert Cummings, in 1954. Naturally, the starlet looks impeccably chic in a sleeveless polka dot dress.

Kelly studies her script on the set of The Country Girl. The actress costarred with Bing Crosby and William Holden in the film as the female lead, Georgie.

While costarring on The Country Girl together, Kelly receives a signed record from her costar, iconic singer-turned-actor, Bing Crosby.

Kelly looks chic in a casual black sleeveless turtleneck and tan pants in her dressing room on set in 1954.

Kelly wears a chic belted beige dress and matching sunhat as she films a scene on a boat for Green Fire in 1954.

Kelly fixes her brows in her dressing room on set in 1954. The actress was known for her understated and polished beauty, and used two shades of blush to achieve her signature high cheekbones.

While Kelly was known for her red carpet glamour, she could typically be found in casual clothing when she was off-duty. Here, the actress reclines on a rock wearing a cardigan sweater with a bow collar.

In 1955, Kelly hops off of a TWA airplane upon her arrival in New York City. The actress flew from Los Angeles with fellow film stars Elizabeth Taylor and Lorraine Day.

Kelly added a touch of personalization to her dressing room in 1955, plastering black and white photographs on the wall.

Kelly smiles for the cameras backstage at the Academy Awards after winning her Oscar on March 30, 1955. Despite a prior nomination, this was Kelly's only recognition from the Academy.

Kelly smiles as William Holden admires her Academy Award. Kelly and Holden costarred in The Country Girl together.

Kelly and Alfred Hitchcock enjoy afternoon tea on the set of To Catch a Thief. The actress shared a close relationship with Hitchcock, starring in three of his most notable films.

Kelly shooting a scene for To Catch a Thief. The star, who played an oil heiress staying at a luxury hotel in Cannes, is wearing one of her most famous costumes from the film, a strapless chiffon ball gown and diamond bib necklace.

Kelly is photographed with her co-star, Cary Grant, in the water while filming To Catch a Thief. The heavy equipment used to film the actors in the ocean is seen behind them.

Kelly returned to her family home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1955 for her sister Anne's wedding. The film star took a step back from the spotlight and dutifully helped with her sister's veil, as they left for the church ceremony.

Kelly explores the docks in France as she arrives in Cannes for the annual film festival. The actress looks polished in a ruffled button-down shirt and black printed cigarette pants.

Kelly, dressed in a white silk bow scarf and black dress, is stopped by a young fan on her way to an event. The actress gracefully accepts a kiss from the young admirer.

Kelly looks on at famous trumpeter Louis Armstrong while on the set of High Society in 1956. The musician appeared in both the beginning and end of the film, performing songs in both scenes.

Kelly and Frank Sinatra ride in a convertible while filming a scene for High Society. The actress shared a duet with the famous crooner in the film, which earned her a gold record.

Kelly poses with a swan in a promotional photo for her 1956 film, The Swan. The actress, dressed in a white muslin dress, mimics the movement of the animal for the shot.

Kelly and Audrey Hepburn wait in the wings of the 1956 Academy Awards as they prepare to present on stage. Kelly presented the Oscar for Best Actor to Ernest Borgnine.