25 Cancer Celebrities Who Might Share Your Birthday

Born between June 21 and July 22, Cancer season includes some of the most recognizable names in film, television, and music. If your birthday falls in this window, you share a calendar space with actors who headline major franchises, musicians behind era-defining hits, and creators who build the stories everyone talks about.

Below are 25 well-known Cancer celebrities with birthdays throughout the season. Each entry lists their birthdate and a quick rundown of the work they’re known for, from award-winning performances to blockbuster projects and chart-topping releases.

Tom Hanks

Born July 9 in Concord, California, Tom Hanks is an actor and producer with a career spanning decades across drama, comedy, and animation. He won consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor for roles in ‘Philadelphia’ and ‘Forrest Gump’, and he has also led acclaimed films such as ‘Saving Private Ryan’ and ‘Cast Away’.

Hanks is the voice of Woody in Pixar’s ‘Toy Story’ franchise and has produced and narrated several notable documentary projects. He is also a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Kennedy Center Honors.

Meryl Streep

Born June 22 in Summit, New Jersey, Meryl Streep is widely recognized for a prolific acting career on stage and screen. She has earned multiple Academy Awards, including for ‘Kramer vs. Kramer’, ‘Sophie’s Choice’, and ‘The Iron Lady’.

Her filmography spans historical dramas and contemporary stories, with standout roles in titles like ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ and ‘The Post’. She has also appeared in television projects, including ‘Big Little Lies’.

Tom Cruise

Born July 3 in Syracuse, New York, Tom Cruise is an actor and producer known for action and drama. He leads the ‘Mission: Impossible’ series and has starred in ‘Top Gun’, ‘Jerry Maguire’, and ‘Born on the Fourth of July’.

Cruise has been nominated for multiple Academy Awards for performances in ‘Born on the Fourth of July’, ‘Jerry Maguire’, and ‘Magnolia’. He is also known for performing many of his own stunts in the ‘Mission: Impossible’ films.

Selena Gomez

Born July 22 in Grand Prairie, Texas, Selena Gomez is a singer, actor, and producer. She first gained prominence on television in ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ and later expanded into films and series, including ‘Only Murders in the Building’.

As a recording artist, Gomez has multiple platinum singles and a Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 with Lose You to Love Me. She is an executive producer on projects such as ’13 Reasons Why’ and founded the cosmetics brand Rare Beauty.

Ariana Grande

Born June 26 in Boca Raton, Florida, Ariana Grande is a Grammy-winning singer and actor. She started in television on ‘Victorious’ and ‘Sam & Cat’ before releasing multi-platinum albums and numerous No. 1 singles.

Grande has performed on Broadway and stars as Glinda in the film adaptation of ‘Wicked’. She has also served as a coach on ‘The Voice’ and is known for charitable initiatives tied to her tours and releases.

Margot Robbie

Born July 2 in Queensland, Australia, Margot Robbie is an actor and producer. She broke through internationally with ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ and earned Academy Award nominations for ‘I, Tonya’ and ‘Bombshell’.

Robbie’s producing company, LuckyChap Entertainment, has backed projects including ‘Promising Young Woman’ and ‘Barbie’. On screen, she has portrayed Harley Quinn in ‘Suicide Squad’ and led ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’.

Vin Diesel

Born July 18 in Alameda County, California, Vin Diesel is an actor and producer best known for the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise. He also fronts action series like ‘xXx’ and ‘Riddick’ and provided the title character’s voice in ‘The Iron Giant’.

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Diesel voices Groot in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and related titles. He has produced several of his films and founded the game developer Tigon Studios for projects tied to his screen roles.

Benedict Cumberbatch

Born July 19 in London, England, Benedict Cumberbatch is an actor across film, television, and theater. He earned Oscar nominations for ‘The Imitation Game’ and ‘The Power of the Dog’ and stars as Doctor Strange in the Marvel films.

Cumberbatch won an Emmy for ‘Sherlock’ and has appeared in projects including ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ and ’12 Years a Slave’. He is also active on stage, with notable productions such as ‘Hamlet’ and ‘Frankenstein’.

Harrison Ford

Born July 13 in Chicago, Illinois, Harrison Ford is the lead of landmark film series and major dramas. He is known for portraying Han Solo in ‘Star Wars’ and the title role in ‘Indiana Jones’.

Ford received an Academy Award nomination for ‘Witness’ and has headlined films like ‘Blade Runner’, ‘The Fugitive’, and ‘Air Force One’. He has also appeared in television, including ‘Shrinking’ and ‘1923’.

Sofía Vergara

Born July 10 in Barranquilla, Colombia, Sofia Vergara is an actor, producer, and entrepreneur. She gained wide recognition as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett on ‘Modern Family’, receiving multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.

Vergara has appeared in films such as ‘Chef’ and ‘Hot Pursuit’ and serves as a judge on ‘America’s Got Talent’. She is involved in business ventures across fashion, beauty, and home categories.

Kevin Hart

Born July 6 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Kevin Hart is a comedian, actor, and producer. He has released successful stand-up specials and starred in films including ‘Ride Along’, ‘Central Intelligence’, and ‘Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle’.

Hart founded the media company Hartbeat to produce comedy across films, series, and audio. He has hosted major award shows and collaborated on fitness and wellness partnerships alongside his entertainment work.

50 Cent

Born July 6 in Queens, New York, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson is a rapper, actor, and producer. His debut studio album Get Rich or Die Tryin’ launched multiple hit singles and established a global profile.

Jackson executive produces the ‘Power’ universe for television, including ‘Power’, ‘Power Book II: Ghost’, ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’, and ‘Power Book IV: Force’. He has also produced and starred in ‘BMF’.

Post Malone

Born July 4 in Syracuse, New York, Post Malone is a singer, rapper, and songwriter. His albums have generated multi-format hits, and he has set streaming records across several platforms.

Malone’s single Sunflower with Swae Lee is featured on the ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ soundtrack. He collaborates widely across genres and has toured internationally with large-scale arena productions.

Missy Elliott

Born July 1 in Portsmouth, Virginia, Missy Elliott is a rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer. Her albums and singles shaped mainstream hip-hop and pop, with standout tracks like Get Ur Freak On and Work It.

Elliott has written and produced for artists across R\&B and hip-hop and has directed several of her own music videos. She became the first female rapper inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Ringo Starr

Born July 7 in Liverpool, England, Ringo Starr is a musician and actor best known as the drummer of The Beatles. After the band, he launched a solo career with hit singles and frequent touring.

Starr has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame both with The Beatles and as a solo artist. He has also worked in film and television, including appearances in ‘A Hard Day’s Night’ and narration for ‘Thomas & Friends’.

Jack White

Born July 9 in Detroit, Michigan, Jack White is a musician, songwriter, and producer. He gained prominence with The White Stripes and later formed The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather.

White has won multiple Grammy Awards and founded Third Man Records, which releases music and operates pressing facilities. He is known for analog recording practices and collaborations across blues, rock, and country.

Carlos Santana

Born July 20 in Autlán, Mexico, Carlos Santana is a guitarist and bandleader whose group performed at the original Woodstock festival. His fusion of rock, Latin music, and jazz brought sustained international attention.

Santana’s album Supernatural produced global hits featuring guest vocalists and earned multiple Grammy Awards. He continues to tour and holds a long-running concert residency in Las Vegas.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge

Born July 14 in London, England, Phoebe Waller-Bridge is a writer, actor, and producer. She created and starred in ‘Fleabag’ and developed ‘Killing Eve’, earning multiple awards for writing and performance.

Waller-Bridge contributed to the screenplay of ‘No Time to Die’ and appeared in ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’. Her production banner works across television and film on original and adapted projects.

Paul Thomas Anderson

Born June 26 in Los Angeles, California, Paul Thomas Anderson is a writer and director known for character-driven dramas. His films include ‘Boogie Nights’, ‘There Will Be Blood’, ‘Phantom Thread’, and ‘Licorice Pizza’.

Anderson has received numerous Academy Award nominations across writing, directing, and producing. He frequently collaborates with composer Jonny Greenwood and has directed music videos and short-form projects.

J.J. Abrams

Born June 27 in New York City, J.J. Abrams is a writer, director, and producer. He co-created ‘Alias’ and ‘Lost’ and later developed ‘Fringe’ while expanding into major film franchises.

Abrams directed ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ and runs the production company Bad Robot. His work includes projects across science fiction, mystery, and family adventure.

Lana Del Rey

Born June 21 in New York City, Lana Del Rey is a singer and songwriter known for cinematic pop and alternative releases. Her breakthrough came with the single Video Games and the album Born to Die.

Del Rey’s later albums, including Norman F***ing Rockwell! and Chemtrails over the Country Club, earned widespread recognition and multiple award nominations. She has contributed songs to film projects such as ‘The Great Gatsby’.

Diane Kruger

Born July 15 in Algermissen, Germany, Diane Kruger is an actor who works in multiple languages. She appeared in ‘Troy’, ‘National Treasure’, and ‘Inglourious Basterds’, spanning large-scale epics and auteur dramas.

Kruger won Best Actress at the Cannes Film Festival for ‘In the Fade’. She continues to work in European and U.S. productions across film and television.

Forest Whitaker

Born July 15 in Longview, Texas, Forest Whitaker is an actor, director, and producer. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for ‘The Last King of Scotland’ and has starred in films including ‘Bird’ and ‘Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai’.

Whitaker has directed features such as ‘Hope Floats’ and produced film and television projects highlighting social issues. He founded the Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative and has served as a UNESCO Special Envoy for Peace and Reconciliation.

Sandra Oh

Born July 20 in Nepean, Ontario, Sandra Oh is an actor with acclaimed roles in television and film. She became widely known for ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and later led ‘Killing Eve’ to multiple awards.

Oh has starred in features and lent her voice to animation, including ‘Turning Red’. She has hosted major ceremonies and continues to work across English-language and Canadian projects.

Willem Dafoe

Born July 22 in Appleton, Wisconsin, Willem Dafoe is an actor with a filmography that spans independent cinema and studio features. He earned Academy Award nominations for roles in ‘Platoon’, ‘The Florida Project’, and ‘At Eternity’s Gate’.

Dafoe portrayed Norman Osborn/Green Goblin in ‘Spider-Man’ and returned to the role in later installments. His collaborations include projects like ‘The Lighthouse’ and numerous international productions.

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