Top 8 Actresses Who Took on the Role of Mary Magdalene (5 of 5)

8. Yvonne Elliman — Jesus Christ Superstar (1973)

Unlike the others on the list, Yvonne Elliman is best known for her singing career, most notably, scoring the #1 single “If I Can’t Have You” on the Billboard Top 100 in 1977 as well as singing backup on Eric Clapton’s cover of “I Shot the Sheriff.” She played Mary Magdalene in both the theatrical production of Jesus Christ Superstar and the 1973 movie musical, earning herself a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy. The movie further received Oscar nominations for Best Musical Score and Best Picture—Musical or Comedy.