Born in July: Movie Stars Celebrating Birthdays This Month

The summer month of July brings more than just sunshine; it also marks the birthdays of some of the most influential and beloved figures in the film industry. From action heroes who have defined generations to celebrated directors who have changed the way we see movies, this month is packed with talent. The sheer number of stars born in July is impressive, covering every genre and era of modern cinema.

This month gives us a chance to recognize a wide array of performers and creators who have dedicated their careers to storytelling. Their work has produced countless iconic moments on screen, earning them both commercial success and critical acclaim. As they celebrate their birthdays, we look back at the incredible careers of these July-born stars and the lasting impact they have had on Hollywood.

Tom Cruise

Born on July 3, Tom Cruise has been a global superstar for decades. He first gained widespread recognition in the 1980s with roles in films like ‘Risky Business’ and became a household name playing a naval aviator in ‘Top Gun’. He solidified his dramatic acting credentials with movies like ‘The Color of Money’, ‘Rain Man’, and ‘Born on the Fourth of July’, for which he won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.

Throughout the 1990s, Cruise starred in a series of successful films, including ‘A Few Good Men’, ‘The Firm’, and ‘Jerry Maguire’, which earned him another Golden Globe. He launched his biggest franchise with ‘Mission: Impossible’ in 1996, where he stars as spy Ethan Hunt. Known for performing his own daring stunts, Cruise has continued to lead the action and sci-fi genres with hits like ‘Minority Report’, ‘War of the Worlds’, and the recent blockbuster ‘Top Gun: Maverick’.

Jason Statham

Born on July 26, Jason Statham is known for his tough, charismatic roles. A former competitive diver and fashion model, he broke into acting through French Connection, for whom he was modeling. Director Guy Ritchie cast him in ‘Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels’ after challenging him to impersonate an illegal street vendor.

After the success of his debut, he teamed up with Ritchie again for ‘Snatch’. He soon became a star of action films, headlining franchises like ‘The Transporter’, ‘Crank’, and ‘The Meg’. He also joined the main cast of ‘The Expendables’ and the ‘Fast & Furious’ series as Deckard Shaw, cementing his status as a top action star.

Christopher Nolan

Acclaimed filmmaker Sir Christopher Nolan CBE, born on July 30, is known for his cerebral, often nonlinear, storytelling. He began making short films at age seven and studied English Literature at University College London, where he honed his filmmaking techniques. His second film, ‘Memento’, which he directed from his own screenplay, brought him numerous honors, including Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations.

Nolan revived the Batman franchise with the critically acclaimed ‘Dark Knight Trilogy’. He has also directed blockbuster hits like ‘Inception’, ‘Interstellar’, and ‘Dunkirk’, the last of which earned him his first Best Director Oscar nomination. He finally won the award for his highly acclaimed 2023 biographical drama ‘Oppenheimer’, which also won Best Picture.

Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock was born on July 26 in Arlington, Virginia. After memorable performances in ‘Demolition Man’ and ‘Wrestling Ernest Hemingway’, she achieved stardom with the smash hit ‘Speed’. She has since become one of the most popular and bankable actresses in Hollywood.

Her role in ‘The Blind Side’ won her an Academy Award for Best Actress. Her other major blockbusters include ‘The Proposal’, ‘The Heat’, and ‘Gravity’, the last of which earned her another Oscar nomination. She was also listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the highest-paid actress in the world.

Robin Williams

Robin Williams, born on July 21, was a beloved actor and comedian known for his incredible improvisational skills and wild comic talent. Discovered while performing in nightclubs, he shot to fame as the alien Mork in the TV series ‘Mork & Mindy’. He made his feature starring debut in the title role of ‘Popeye’.

Williams also proved to be a powerful dramatic actor, receiving Academy Award nominations for ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’, ‘Dead Poets Society’, and ‘The Fisher King’. He won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for ‘Good Will Hunting’. He also became a hero to children worldwide with his roles in films like ‘Hook’, ‘Aladdin’, and ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’.

Josh Hartnett

Joshua Daniel Hartnett was born in Saint Paul, Minnesota, on July 21. After attending SUNY Purchase in New York, he was offered a role in the television series ‘Cracker: Mind Over Murder’. He broke into the big-screen movie business with starring roles in ‘Halloween H20: 20 Years Later’ and ‘The Faculty’.

His career continued to grow with major roles in blockbusters like ‘Pearl Harbor’. He has since appeared in a variety of films, showcasing his range in projects such as ‘Black Hawk Down’, ‘Sin City’, and the crime thriller ‘Lucky Number Slevin’.

Rose Byrne

Australian actress Rose Byrne was born in Sydney on July 24. She landed her first movie role at the age of 15 in ‘Dallas Doll’. She appeared in various Australian television shows and films, including ‘Two Hands’ alongside Heath Ledger, before gaining international attention.

Her first big-budget movie experience came when she played handmaiden Dormé in ‘Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones’. She later gained widespread recognition for her role as Briseis in ‘Troy’. Her career has since included successful comedies like ‘Bridesmaids’ and ‘Spy’, as well as the horror franchise ‘Insidious’.

Julian McMahon

Julian McMahon, born in Sydney, Australia, on July 27, is the son of former Australian Prime Minister Sir Billy McMahon. He began his career in modeling before transitioning to acting. He starred in the Australian television series ‘The Power, the Passion’ and ‘Home and Away’, winning a best actor award from a national magazine for the latter.

After moving to Hollywood, he was cast in the daytime drama ‘Another World’. He is well known for his roles as Agent John Grant on ‘Profiler’, the demon Cole Turner on ‘Charmed’, and as Doctor Doom in the ‘Fantastic Four’ films.

Tom Hanks

Thomas Jeffrey Hanks, born on July 9, is regarded as an American cultural icon. He first gained fame with leading roles in comedies like ‘Splash’ and ‘Big’, earning his first Academy Award nomination for the latter. He is one of only two actors to win consecutive Best Actor Oscars, for ‘Philadelphia’ and ‘Forrest Gump’.

Hanks has collaborated with director Steven Spielberg on five films, including ‘Saving Private Ryan’ and ‘Bridge of Spies’. His other iconic roles include astronaut Jim Lovell in ‘Apollo 13’, the voice of Sheriff Woody in the ‘Toy Story’ film series, and a man stranded on an island in ‘Cast Away’.

Juno Temple

Juno Violet Temple was born in London on July 21 into a showbiz family; her father is film director Julien Temple. At age 15, she landed a role as Cate Blanchett’s daughter in ‘Notes on a Scandal’. This was her big break and led to another high-profile film, ‘Atonement’, for which she dyed her hair red to play Lola.

She has since appeared in a variety of films, including ‘The Dark Knight Rises’, ‘Maleficent’, and ‘Horns’. She is also known for her role in the television series ‘Ted Lasso’, for which she has received multiple award nominations.

Helen Mirren

Dame Helen Mirren was born on July 26 in West London. She began her acting career in theatre, working in many productions in the West End and on Broadway. She is one of the few performers who have achieved the Triple Crown of Acting, having won an Academy Award, a Tony Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award.

Her Oscar-winning role was as Queen Elizabeth II in ‘The Queen’. She has also received Emmy Awards for her performances in ‘The Passion of Ayn Rand’ and ‘Elizabeth I’. Her extensive film career includes roles in ‘The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover’, ‘Gosford Park’, and the ‘RED’ action-comedy films.

Kate Beckinsale

Kate Beckinsale was born on July 26 in London. Her parents were both actors, and she began her own acting career while attending Oxford University, majoring in French and Russian literature. Her major acting debut came in the TV film ‘One Against the Wind’, and her big break was in Kenneth Branagh’s film adaptation of ‘Much Ado About Nothing’.

She gained international stardom for her role in the blockbuster ‘Pearl Harbor’. She is perhaps best known for playing the vampire Selene in the ‘Underworld’ film series, which cemented her status as an action star. Her other notable films include ‘Van Helsing’, ‘The Aviator’, and ‘Love & Friendship’.

Sylvester Stallone

Sylvester Stallone, born on July 6, is a cinematic icon known for creating and starring in some of the most successful film series in history. He rose to international fame with his starring role in ‘Rocky’, which he also wrote. The film earned him two Academy Award nominations for Best Actor and Best Original Screenplay.

Stallone went on to write and star in five ‘Rocky’ sequels and portrayed the troubled soldier John Rambo in the five-film ‘Rambo’ franchise. He also created ‘The Expendables’ film series. In 2015, he reprised his role as Rocky Balboa in ‘Creed’, which garnered him a Golden Globe Award and his third Oscar nomination for the same character.

Daniel Radcliffe

Daniel Radcliffe was born on July 23 in London. He began his acting career at age 10 in the BBC One television film ‘David Copperfield’. He became a global star at age 12 when he was cast as Harry Potter in the first film of the massively successful series based on the books by J.K. Rowling, a role he played for ten years.

Following the ‘Harry Potter’ series, Radcliffe has focused on a variety of different roles in both film and theatre. He starred in the horror film ‘The Woman in Black’, the indie comedy ‘Swiss Army Man’, and the biographical parody ‘Weird: The Al Yankovic Story’. He has also appeared on Broadway in ‘Equus’ and ‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying’.

Willem Dafoe

Born on July 22, Willem Dafoe is an acclaimed actor known for his distinctive voice and versatile performances in mainstream and independent films. He was a founding member of the experimental theatre company The Wooster Group. After being fired from his first film role in ‘Heaven’s Gate’, he went on to build an impressive career.

Dafoe has received four Academy Award nominations for his roles in ‘Platoon’, ‘Shadow of the Vampire’, ‘The Florida Project’, and ‘At Eternity’s Gate’. He is also widely known for playing the Green Goblin in Sam Raimi’s ‘Spider-Man’ trilogy and for his voice work as Gil in ‘Finding Nemo’.

Harrison Ford

Harrison Ford, born on July 13, is a Hollywood legend, celebrated for his iconic roles in two of the biggest film franchises of all time. He captured the hearts of audiences as the charming smuggler Han Solo in the original ‘Star Wars’ trilogy. Shortly after, he brought to life the adventurous archaeologist Indiana Jones in ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’.

Ford’s career extends beyond these franchises. He earned an Academy Award nomination for his role in ‘Witness’. He also played the heroic CIA analyst Jack Ryan in ‘Patriot Games’ and the wrongly accused Dr. Richard Kimble in ‘The Fugitive’. A licensed pilot, Ford has even been involved in real-life emergency helicopter services.

Philip Seymour Hoffman

The late Philip Seymour Hoffman, born on July 23, was a highly respected film and stage actor and theater director. After graduating from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, he made his feature film debut in 1991. His breakthrough role came in Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘Boogie Nights’.

He quickly became an icon of indie cinema, with memorable roles in films like ‘Happiness’, ‘Magnolia’, and ‘Almost Famous’. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his title role in ‘Capote’. He also received three Oscar nominations for Best Supporting Actor for his work in ‘Charlie Wilson’s War’, ‘Doubt’, and ‘The Master’.

Woody Harrelson

Woodrow Tracy Harrelson was born on July 23 in Midland, Texas. After graduating from Hanover College, he was cast as Woody Boyd on the popular TV series ‘Cheers’, for which he won an Emmy Award. While on the show, he began to build his film career.

Harrelson has received Academy Award nominations for his roles in ‘The People vs. Larry Flynt’, ‘The Messenger’, and ‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’. He is also known for his roles in ‘Natural Born Killers’, ‘Zombieland’, and as Haymitch Abernathy in ‘The Hunger Games’ film series.

Pamela Anderson

Pamela Anderson, born on July 1, is a cultural icon who has captivated audiences for decades. She is best known for her starring role as C.J. Parker on the hit television series ‘Baywatch’, which became the most-watched series in the world. She also co-starred on the ABC series ‘Home Improvement’ and created and starred in the series ‘V.I.P.’

In 2022, she made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in ‘Chicago’ to critical acclaim. She also released a bestselling memoir, ‘Love, Pamela’, and starred in an Emmy-nominated Netflix documentary, ‘Pamela, A Love Story’. Recently, she received rave reviews for her role in the film ‘The Last Showgirl’.

Anna Paquin

Anna Paquin, born on July 24, is the first millennial to win an Academy Award for acting. At the age of eleven, she won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her debut role in the film ‘The Piano’. This made her the second-youngest Oscar winner in history.

She continued her career with roles in films like ‘Fly Away Home’, ‘She’s All That’, and as Rogue in the ‘X-Men’ film series. She also starred as Sookie Stackhouse in the HBO vampire drama series ‘True Blood’ for seven seasons, a role that earned her a Golden Globe Award.

A. J. Cook

Andrea Joy “A.J.” Cook, born on July 22, is a Canadian actress best known for her role as Special Agent Jennifer ‘JJ’ Jareau in the long-running CBS series ‘Criminal Minds’. She has played the character for over 15 seasons, including the revival series ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’.

She has also directed episodes of the show. Her film credits include Sofia Coppola’s ‘The Virgin Suicides’, the comedy ‘Out Cold’, and the horror sequel ‘Final Destination 2’.

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Born on July 30 in Austria, Arnold Schwarzenegger went from being a world-champion bodybuilder to one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. His acting career took off with ‘Conan the Barbarian’. His role as the relentless cyborg in ‘The Terminator’ cemented his status as a cinematic icon.

Throughout the 1980s and 90s, he starred in numerous action blockbusters like ‘Predator’, ‘Total Recall’, and ‘True Lies’. In 2003, he embarked on a new career path, successfully running for Governor of California and serving two terms. He has since returned to acting, appearing in ‘The Expendables’ series and ‘Terminator Genisys’.

Lindsay Lohan

Lindsay Lohan was born in New York City on July 2. She began her career as a child model before making her acting debut in the television drama ‘Another World’. Her first feature film was Disney’s ‘The Parent Trap’, which earned her widespread critical acclaim and a Young Artist Award.

She became a teen idol with starring roles in ‘Freaky Friday’, ‘Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen’, and ‘Mean Girls’. The latter film, written by Tina Fey, became a cultural phenomenon and solidified her status as a bankable actress.

Margot Robbie

Australian actress Margot Robbie, born on July 2, has quickly become one of Hollywood’s most influential figures. She began her career on the Australian soap opera ‘Neighbours’ before her international breakthrough in Martin Scorsese’s ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’. Her roles as Jane Porter in ‘The Legend of Tarzan’ and Harley Quinn in ‘Suicide Squad’ brought her wider recognition.

Robbie earned critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for her portrayal of figure skater Tonya Harding in ‘I, Tonya’. She also received praise for her roles in ‘Mary Queen of Scots’ and ‘Bombshell’. In 2023, she starred in and produced ‘Barbie’, which became her highest-grossing film and a global phenomenon.

Stanley Kubrick

The legendary director Stanley Kubrick was born on July 26 in New York City. Considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time, he was known for his meticulous attention to detail and his wide range of genres. After working as a photographer for Look magazine, he began directing short documentaries.

His filmography includes cinematic masterpieces such as ‘Paths of Glory’, ‘Spartacus’, ‘Dr. Strangelove’, ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’, ‘A Clockwork Orange’, ‘Barry Lyndon’, ‘The Shining’, and ‘Full Metal Jacket’. His final film, ‘Eyes Wide Shut’, was released shortly after his death in 1999.

Eva Green

French actress Eva Green was born on July 6 in Paris. She began her career in theatre before being cast by director Bernardo Bertolucci in the film ‘The Dreamers’. She gained wider international exposure with her role in Ridley Scott’s ‘Kingdom of Heaven’.

She achieved international recognition as Vesper Lynd, one of the most memorable Bond girls, in ‘Casino Royale’. Her other notable films include ‘Dark Shadows’, ‘300: Rise of an Empire’, and ‘Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children’. She also starred as Vanessa Ives in the Showtime horror drama ‘Penny Dreadful’, earning a Golden Globe nomination.

Charisma Carpenter

Charisma Carpenter, born on July 23, is best known for her role as Cordelia Chase on the hit television series ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ and its spin-off ‘Angel’. Her character’s journey from a self-centered high school student to a heroic champion was a fan favorite.

She has also had recurring roles on ‘Charmed’, ‘Veronica Mars’, and ‘The Lying Game’. She appeared in ‘The Expendables’ and its sequel, and has hosted and produced the Investigation Discovery series ‘Surviving Evil’.

Kevin Bacon

Born on July 8, Kevin Bacon has been a consistent presence in Hollywood for decades. His breakout role came in the musical-drama ‘Footloose’. He is also known for his roles in a wide range of films, including ‘A Few Good Men’, ‘Apollo 13’, and ‘Mystic River’.

His career has been so extensive that it inspired the trivia game ‘Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon’. He has also starred in the television series ‘The Following’ and ‘City on a Hill’, and won a Golden Globe Award for his role in the TV movie ‘Taking Chance’.

John Leguizamo

John Leguizamo, born in Bogotá, Colombia, on July 22, is a versatile actor, comedian, and writer. He first gained notice for his role in ‘Hangin’ with the Homeboys’ and his cold-blooded turn as Benny Blanco in ‘Carlito’s Way’. He is also known for his one-man stage shows, which have won numerous awards.

His diverse film roles include drag queen Chi-Chi Rodriguez in ‘To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar’, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in ‘Moulin Rouge!’, and the voice of Sid the sloth in the ‘Ice Age’ franchise. He also played a key role in the action film ‘Executive Decision’.

Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict Cumberbatch, born in London on July 19, is an acclaimed actor of stage, television, film, and radio. He gained worldwide fame for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the BBC series ‘Sherlock’. His performance as the brilliant but eccentric detective earned him numerous awards and nominations.

He received an Academy Award nomination for his role as Alan Turing in ‘The Imitation Game’. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he plays the powerful sorcerer Doctor Strange. His other notable films include ’12 Years a Slave’, ‘The Power of the Dog’, and ‘Star Trek Into Darkness’.

Pruitt Taylor Vince

Pruitt Taylor Vince, born on July 5, is an Emmy-winning character actor. He is known for his roles in numerous films and television shows, often playing complex and memorable characters. He won an Emmy Award for his guest role in the series ‘Murder One’.

His film credits include ‘JFK’, ‘Natural Born Killers’, ‘The Legend of 1900’, and ‘Identity’. On television, he has had recurring roles on ‘The Walking Dead’, ‘True Blood’, ‘The Mentalist’, and ‘Stranger Things’.

Connie Nielsen

Connie Nielsen was born on July 3 in Denmark. She began her career working in theatre with her mother and made her English-language film debut in ‘The Devil’s Advocate’. She gained international fame for her role as Lucilla in the Academy Award-winning film ‘Gladiator’.

She is also known for playing Queen Hippolyta in the DC Extended Universe films, including ‘Wonder Woman’, ‘Justice League’, and ‘Wonder Woman 1984’. Her other film credits include ‘One Hour Photo’, ‘Basic’, and ‘Nymphomaniac’.

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez, born on July 22, is an actress, singer, and producer who began her career as a child actress on ‘Barney & Friends’. She rose to prominence as the star of the Disney Channel series ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’.

She has had a successful music career, both with her band, Selena Gomez & The Scene, and as a solo artist. She has also starred in films like ‘Spring Breakers’ and ‘The Fundamentals of Caring’. She currently stars in and executive produces the hit Hulu series ‘Only Murders in the Building’, for which she has received multiple award nominations.

Vin Diesel

Vin Diesel, born on July 18, is one of Hollywood’s premier action stars. After writing, directing, and starring in the short film ‘Multi-Facial’, he was cast by Steven Spielberg in ‘Saving Private Ryan’. His career exploded with the lead role of Dominic Toretto in ‘The Fast and the Furious’ franchise.

He is also the star of two other major franchises, playing the title character in the ‘xXx’ series and the antihero Riddick in ‘The Chronicles of Riddick’ series. He is also known for his voice work as Groot in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ films.

Will Ferrell

John William “Will” Ferrell, born on July 16, is a celebrated comedian, actor, and producer. He first rose to fame as a cast member on ‘Saturday Night Live’, where he was known for his impersonations and memorable characters. During his seven-year run, he was nominated for an Emmy Award.

After leaving SNL, he became a major movie star, leading a string of hit comedies including ‘Old School’, ‘Elf’, ‘Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy’, ‘Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby’, and ‘Step Brothers’. He is also a co-founder of the popular comedy website Funny or Die.

Kristen Bell

Kristen Bell, born on July 18, is an actress and singer who first gained critical acclaim for her title role in the teen noir drama series ‘Veronica Mars’. The show developed a cult following, and she later reprised her role in a fan-funded film continuation.

She gained further recognition for starring in the romantic comedy ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall’. She is also widely known for voicing Princess Anna in the Walt Disney Pictures animated blockbusters ‘Frozen’ and ‘Frozen II’. She currently stars in the critically acclaimed comedy series ‘The Good Place’.

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez, born on July 24, is a global entertainment icon. She began her career as a “Fly Girl” dancer on the sketch comedy series ‘In Living Color’. She then pursued an acting career, earning acclaim for her lead role in the biographical film ‘Selena’.

She has since starred in numerous films, including ‘Anaconda’, ‘The Wedding Planner’, and ‘Hustlers’, the last of which earned her a Golden Globe nomination. Lopez is also a highly successful singer, with multiple hit albums and singles. She became the first woman to have a number-one album and film in the same week.

Léa Seydoux

French actress Léa Seydoux, born on July 1, has established herself in both French and American cinema. She first came to attention with her performance in ‘The Beautiful Person’, for which she received a César Award nomination. She has appeared in major Hollywood films like ‘Inglourious Basterds’, ‘Midnight in Paris’, and ‘Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol’.

In 2013, she received the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival for her role in the critically acclaimed ‘Blue Is the Warmest Colour’, sharing the award with her co-star and the director. She also played Bond girl Madeleine Swann in ‘Spectre’ and ‘No Time to Die’.

Emily Bett Rickards

Emily Bett Rickards, born on July 24, is a Canadian actress. She is best known for her role as Felicity Smoak on the CW series ‘Arrow’. Initially cast as a one-off guest star, her character became so popular with audiences that she was made a series regular.

She has also played the character on other shows in the Arrowverse, including ‘The Flash’, ‘Vixen’, and ‘Legends of Tomorrow’. She appeared in the acclaimed feature film ‘Brooklyn’ alongside Saoirse Ronan.

Sandra Oh

Sandra Oh, born on July 20, is a Canadian-American actress. After studying at the National Theatre School of Canada, she starred in the Canadian film ‘Double Happiness’, winning a Genie Award for Best Actress. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Cristina Yang on the ABC medical drama ‘Grey’s Anatomy’, a role she played for ten seasons.

Her performance on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ earned her a Golden Globe Award and five Emmy nominations. She later became the first actress of Asian descent to be nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her starring role in the spy thriller ‘Killing Eve’, for which she also won another Golden Globe.

Topher Grace

Topher Grace, born on July 12, is known for his role as Eric Forman on the popular Fox sitcom ‘That ’70s Show’. He was cast in the part after the show’s creators saw him perform in a high-school play. He had no professional acting experience prior to landing the role.

He has also appeared in several films, including Steven Soderbergh’s ‘Traffic’ and ‘Ocean’s Eleven’. He played Eddie Brock/Venom in ‘Spider-Man 3’ and had a memorable role in Spike Lee’s ‘BlacKkKlansman’.

Kevin Spacey

Kevin Spacey, born on July 26, is an American actor who began his career as a stage actor. He gained critical acclaim in the early 1990s, winning his first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for the neo-noir crime thriller ‘The Usual Suspects’. He won a second Oscar, this time for Best Actor, for the drama ‘American Beauty’.

His other starring roles include ‘Seven’, ‘L.A. Confidential’, and ‘K-PAX’. On Broadway, he won a Tony Award for ‘Lost in Yonkers’. He also played Frank Underwood in the Netflix political drama series ‘House of Cards’, earning Golden Globe and Emmy nominations.

Terence Stamp

Terence Stamp, born on July 22, is an English actor who has appeared in more than 60 films. His performance in his film debut, ‘Billy Budd’, earned him an Academy Award nomination and a Golden Globe. He worked with top directors like William Wyler, Federico Fellini, and Pier Paolo Pasolini.

He is known for playing General Zod in ‘Superman’ and ‘Superman II’. His other famous roles include the Chancellor Valorum in ‘Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace’, and the transgender woman Bernadette Bassinger in ‘The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert’.

Mara Wilson

Mara Wilson, born on July 24, was one of the most beloved child actors of the 1990s. She first appeared in ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ alongside Robin Williams. She then starred in the remake of ‘Miracle on 34th Street’.

Her most iconic role was the title character in the film adaptation of Roald Dahl’s ‘Matilda’. After starring in ‘Thomas and the Magic Railroad’, she retired from film acting to focus on school. As an adult, she has become a writer and stage actress.

Simon Baker

Simon Baker, born on July 30, is an Australian actor. He first gained recognition in Australia, winning a Logie Award for Most Popular New Talent. After relocating to Los Angeles, he was cast in the Academy Award-winning film ‘L.A. Confidential’.

He is best known for his lead roles in two successful television series: as Nick Fallin in ‘The Guardian’ and as the charismatic consultant Patrick Jane in ‘The Mentalist’. The latter role earned him Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.

Franka Potente

Franka Potente, born in Germany on July 22, studied at the Otto-Falckenberg-Schule in Munich and the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in New York. Her national breakthrough came with the title role in the innovative thriller ‘Run Lola Run’.

After several successful German films, she moved to Hollywood productions. She is known to international audiences for her roles as Barbara in ‘Blow’ and for playing Marie Kreutz opposite Matt Damon in ‘The Bourne Identity’ and ‘The Bourne Supremacy’.

Milo Ventimiglia

Milo Ventimiglia, born on July 8, is an American actor, director, and producer. He first gained widespread recognition for his role as Jess Mariano on the television series ‘Gilmore Girls’. He later played Peter Petrelli on the NBC series ‘Heroes’.

He currently stars as family patriarch Jack Pearson on the critically acclaimed drama series ‘This Is Us’. His performance has earned him three Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series. His film credits include ‘Rocky Balboa’, ‘Creed II’, and ‘The Art of Racing in the Rain’.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, born in Denmark on July 27, graduated from the Danish National School of Theatre in Copenhagen. His breakthrough performance in Denmark was in the film ‘Nightwatch’. His U.S. debut was in Ridley Scott’s ‘Black Hawk Down’.

He became internationally known for his role as Ser Jaime Lannister in the HBO fantasy series ‘Game of Thrones’. His performance as the complex and evolving character earned him two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.

Jared Padalecki

Jared Padalecki was born in San Antonio, Texas, on July 19. He began taking acting lessons at age 12 and won the “Claim to Fame” Contest in 1999. After graduating from high school, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career.

He played Dean Forester on ‘Gilmore Girls’ for five years. From 2005 to 2020, he starred as Sam Winchester in the hugely popular CW series ‘Supernatural’. The show ran for 15 seasons, making it the longest-running American live-action fantasy TV series.

Laurence Fishburne

Laurence Fishburne, born on July 30, is a celebrated actor, producer, and director. He began his career as a child actor, with a recurring role on the soap opera ‘One Life to Live’ and a part in Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Apocalypse Now’ at age 14. He has won a Tony Award for his performance in the August Wilson play ‘Two Trains Running’.

He received an Academy Award nomination for his portrayal of Ike Turner in ‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’. He is known worldwide for playing Morpheus in ‘The Matrix’ trilogy. His other notable roles include Cowboy Curtis on ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse’ and his current role as ‘Pops’ on the comedy series ‘Black-ish’.

Rhys Ifans

Welsh actor Rhys Ifans was born on July 22. After training at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, he made his screen debut as the host of a Welsh children’s TV show. His breakthrough film role came in the British hit ‘Twin Town’.

He gained international fame as the scruffy roommate Spike in the romantic comedy ‘Notting Hill’. He has played a variety of memorable characters, including Xenophilius Lovegood in ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1’, and the villainous Lizard in ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’. He also won a BAFTA for his portrayal of comedian Peter Cook in the TV film ‘Not Only But Always’.

Olivia Munn

Lisa Olivia Munn was born in Oklahoma City on July 3. She was raised primarily in Tokyo, Japan, where she began modeling. After moving to Los Angeles, she landed the role of Mily Acuna on the TV series ‘Beyond the Break’. She became well known as a correspondent on ‘The Daily Show with Jon Stewart’.

She went on to a starring role as Sloan Sabbith on the HBO political drama series ‘The Newsroom’. Her film credits include ‘Iron Man 2’, ‘Magic Mike’, and ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’, where she played Psylocke.

David Spade

David Spade, born on July 22, is a comedian, actor, and writer. He rose to fame as a cast member on ‘Saturday Night Live’ in the 1990s, where he was known for his sharp sarcasm and cynical “Hollywood Minute” segment.

He later starred in films with fellow SNL alum Chris Farley, including ‘Tommy Boy’ and ‘Black Sheep’. He starred in the long-running sitcom ‘Just Shoot Me!’, earning an Emmy nomination. He also played the title character in the cult comedy ‘Joe Dirt’.

Liv Tyler

Liv Tyler, born on July 1, is an actress and producer. She is the daughter of Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler and model Bebe Buell. She began a modeling career at age 14 before making her film debut in ‘Silent Fall’. Her breakout role was in Bernardo Bertolucci’s ‘Stealing Beauty’.

She is known for her roles in films like ‘Armageddon’, ‘That Thing You Do!’, and for playing the elf Arwen Undómiel in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy. She also played Betty Ross in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film ‘The Incredible Hulk’.

Danny Glover

Danny Glover, born on July 22, is an actor, producer, and humanitarian. After training at the Black Actors’ Workshop, his Broadway debut in ‘Master Harold…and the Boys’ brought him national recognition. He has starred in acclaimed films like ‘The Color Purple’ and ‘To Sleep With Anger’, winning an Independent Spirit Award for the latter.

He is best known for his role as Sergeant Roger Murtaugh in the ‘Lethal Weapon’ film series, starring opposite Mel Gibson. He has also been a commanding presence in films like ‘Witness’, ‘Predator 2’, and ‘Saw’. Glover is also a prominent activist for humanitarian and political causes.

Diane Kruger

Diane Kruger was born Diane Heidkrüger in Germany on July 15. She studied ballet with the Royal Ballet in London before becoming a top fashion model. At the suggestion of filmmaker Luc Besson, she pursued an acting career in Paris.

She gained international recognition for her roles as Helen in ‘Troy’, Dr. Abigail Chase in the ‘National Treasure’ film series, and as the actress Bridget von Hammersmark in Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Inglourious Basterds’. She also won the Best Actress Award at the Cannes Film Festival for her role in ‘In the Fade’.

Patrick Wilson

Patrick Wilson, born on July 3, is an actor and singer. He has a B.F.A. in Drama from Carnegie-Mellon University and began his career on Broadway, earning two Tony Award nominations for his roles in ‘The Full Monty’ and ‘Oklahoma!’.

He is known for his collaborations with director James Wan, having starred in ‘The Conjuring’ franchise as paranormal investigator Ed Warren and in the ‘Insidious’ franchise. He also played the villain Orm Marius/Ocean Master in ‘Aquaman’ and portrayed Nite Owl in ‘Watchmen’.

Chiwetel Ejiofor

Chiwetel Ejiofor, born in London on July 10, is a renowned English actor, writer, and director. He attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. He caught the attention of Steven Spielberg, who cast him in the film ‘Amistad’.

He is best known for his portrayal of Solomon Northup in ’12 Years a Slave’, for which he won the BAFTA Award for Best Actor and received Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations. His other acclaimed roles include ‘Dirty Pretty Things’, ‘Kinky Boots’, ‘Children of Men’, and as Karl Mordo in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film ‘Doctor Strange’.

Ken Jeong

Ken Jeong, born on July 13, is an actor, comedian, and physician. While completing his internal medicine residency in New Orleans, he was also developing his stand-up comedy. He gained fame for his role as the gangster Leslie Chow in ‘The Hangover’ trilogy.

He is also known for his role as Ben Chang on the critically acclaimed sitcom ‘Community’. He created, wrote, and executive produced the ABC sitcom ‘Dr. Ken’, in which he also starred. He is currently a panelist on the reality competition show ‘The Masked Singer’.

Sofía Vergara

Sofía Vergara was born in Barranquilla, Colombia, on July 10. She was discovered by a photographer on a beach and began a career in modeling and television. She co-hosted a travel show which gave her exposure in the United States. Her first film role was in the comedy ‘Big Trouble’.

She is best known for her role as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett on the hit ABC sitcom ‘Modern Family’. The role earned her four Golden Globe and four Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.

Donald Sutherland

The late, great Donald Sutherland was born on July 17. The towering Canadian actor had a legendary career spanning nearly 200 films and television shows. He first gained recognition in ‘The Dirty Dozen’ and became a star with the war comedy ‘MAS*H’.

His vast filmography includes classics like ‘Klute’, ‘Don’t Look Now’, ‘1900’, and ‘Ordinary People’. In later years, he was known for his chilling portrayal of President Snow in ‘The Hunger Games’ franchise. He is also the father of actor Kiefer Sutherland.

Forest Whitaker

Forest Whitaker, born on July 15, is a powerful and versatile actor, producer, and director. He won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a BAFTA for his stunning performance as Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in ‘The Last King of Scotland’.

He made his film debut in ‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High’. His breakout lead role came when he portrayed jazz legend Charlie “Bird” Parker in Clint Eastwood’s ‘Bird’, for which he won the Best Actor award at the Cannes Film Festival. His other notable films include ‘Platoon’, ‘The Crying Game’, and ‘Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai’.

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Jonathan Rhys Meyers was born in Dublin, Ireland, on July 27. After being discovered by a casting agent, his first lead role was in the film ‘The Disappearance of Finbar’. He gained critical acclaim for his performance as Brian Slade in ‘Velvet Goldmine’.

He is known for his intense portrayals in film and television. He won a Golden Globe Award for his role as Elvis Presley in the biographical miniseries ‘Elvis’. He also starred as King Henry VIII in the historical drama ‘The Tudors’ for four seasons.

Ronny Cox

Ronny Cox, born on July 23, is an actor, singer-songwriter, and musician. His first film role was as Drew Ballinger in the classic thriller ‘Deliverance’, where he famously played “Dueling Banjos” on his guitar. He has often played authority figures in law enforcement or the military.

He is well known for his roles as Lieutenant Andrew Bogomil in ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ and its sequel, and as the villainous corporate executives Dick Jones in ‘RoboCop’ and Vilos Cohaagen in ‘Total Recall’. He also played Captain Edward Jellico in ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’.

Cliff Curtis

Cliff Curtis was born in Rotorua, New Zealand, on July 27. He is of Maori descent and has played a wide range of ethnicities throughout his career. After studying drama in New Zealand and Switzerland, he was cast in Jane Campion’s ‘The Piano’.

He is known for his roles as Porourangi in ‘Whale Rider’, the drug lord Pablo Escobar in ‘Blow’, and for his parts in ‘Training Day’, ‘The Insider’, and ‘Live Free or Die Hard’. He also starred as Travis Manawa in the zombie drama series ‘Fear the Walking Dead’.

Hilary Swank

Hilary Swank, born on July 30, is a two-time Academy Award-winning actress. After moving to Los Angeles as a teenager, she began her professional acting career. Her breakout film role was in ‘The Next Karate Kid’.

She won her first Oscar for Best Actress for her portrayal of Brandon Teena in ‘Boys Don’t Cry’. She won her second for playing a determined boxer in Clint Eastwood’s ‘Million Dollar Baby’. She is the third-youngest woman in history to win two Best Actress Oscars.

Michael Biehn

Michael Biehn was born on July 31. He hit the big time when he was cast as Kyle Reese, the man sent back in time to protect Sarah Connor in James Cameron’s ‘The Terminator’. This began a fruitful collaboration with Cameron.

He went on to star in Cameron’s ‘Aliens’ as Corporal Hicks and ‘The Abyss’ as Lieutenant Hiram Coffey. He is also memorable for his roles as Johnny Ringo in ‘Tombstone’ and as a Navy SEAL in ‘The Rock’.

Marlon Wayans

Marlon Wayans, born on July 23, is an actor, comedian, writer, and producer from a famous family of entertainers. He is known for his work in both comedy and drama. He co-starred with his brother Shawn Wayans in the sitcom ‘The Wayans Bros.’ and the hit comedy film ‘White Chicks’, which he also co-wrote.

He played a drug addict in the critically acclaimed drama ‘Requiem for a Dream’. He is also known for playing Shorty Meeks in the ‘Scary Movie’ parody film series.

Geoffrey Rush

Geoffrey Rush, born on July 6, is an acclaimed Australian actor. He began his career in the theatre and is one of the few people to have won the “Triple Crown of Acting”: an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Tony Award.

He won the Oscar for Best Actor for his performance as pianist David Helfgott in ‘Shine’. He is also known for playing Captain Hector Barbossa in the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ film series, and for his roles in ‘Shakespeare in Love’, ‘Quills’, and ‘The King’s Speech’.

Kevin Hart

Kevin Hart, born on July 6, is a hugely successful comedian and actor. He began his career by winning several amateur comedy competitions at clubs throughout New England. His comedic reputation grew with the release of his first stand-up album, ‘I’m a Grown Little Man’.

He has since become a major box office draw, starring in hit comedies like ‘Ride Along’, ‘Central Intelligence’, and the recent ‘Jumanji’ films. He also launched the Laugh Out Loud Network, a streaming service in partnership with Lionsgate.

Justin Bartha

Justin Bartha, born on July 21, is an actor known for his roles in both comedy and drama. He studied at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. He is best known for playing Riley Poole in the ‘National Treasure’ film series.

He also played Doug Billings in the massively successful ‘The Hangover’ trilogy. He has appeared in films like ‘The Rebound’ and ‘Dark Horse’, and starred in the television sitcom ‘The New Normal’.

Albert Brooks

Albert Brooks, born on July 22, is an actor, comedian, writer, and director. He began his career as a stand-up comedian and was a frequent guest on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson’. He has written and directed several acclaimed comedy films, including ‘Modern Romance’, ‘Lost in America’, and ‘Defending Your Life’.

He received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in ‘Broadcast News’. He is also known for his voice work as Marlin the clownfish in ‘Finding Nemo’ and ‘Finding Dory’, and for his dramatic turn in the thriller ‘Drive’.

Omar Epps

Omar Epps, born on July 20, is an actor, rapper, and producer. He has appeared in lead roles in films such as ‘Juice’, ‘Higher Learning’, ‘The Wood’, and ‘Love & Basketball’. He also had a memorable role in the horror sequel ‘Scream 2’.

On television, he is best known for his role as Dr. Eric Foreman on the Fox medical drama ‘House’, for which he received an NAACP Image Award. He also played Dr. Dennis Gant on the NBC medical drama ‘ER’.

Frank Whaley

Frank Whaley, born on July 20, is an actor, writer, and director. He is known for his memorable character roles in a variety of films. He made his film debut in ‘Ironweed’ and has worked with director Oliver Stone on multiple occasions, in films like ‘Born on the Fourth of July’ and ‘JFK’.

He is perhaps best known for his roles as Brett in ‘Pulp Fiction’ and Guy in ‘Swimming with Sharks’. His directorial debut, ‘Joe the King’, won the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award at the Sundance Film Festival.

Gus Van Sant

Gus Van Sant, born on July 24, is an acclaimed filmmaker, painter, and musician. He has directed a wide range of films, from independent features to major studio productions. His film ‘Good Will Hunting’ was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture.

He won the Palme d’Or and the Best Director award at the Cannes Film Festival for his film ‘Elephant’, a drama about a high school shooting. He also directed the Harvey Milk biopic ‘Milk’, which earned him another Oscar nomination for Best Director.

Billy Crudup

Billy Crudup, born on July 8, is an accomplished actor of stage and screen. After earning a Master of Fine Arts from NYU, he began his career on Broadway, winning an Outer Critics Circle Award for his debut performance in Tom Stoppard’s ‘Arcadia’.

He is known for his roles in films like ‘Almost Famous’, ‘Big Fish’, and ‘Watchmen’. He has won a Tony Award for his performance in ‘The Coast of Utopia’ and an Emmy Award for his role in the drama series ‘The Morning Show’.

Stephen Dorff

Stephen Dorff, born on July 29, has amassed an impressive list of screen credits. He won the Male Star of Tomorrow Award for his performance in ‘The Power of One’. He gained wider fame for his role as the villain Deacon Frost in the Marvel comic book adaptation ‘Blade’.

His other notable roles include the fifth Beatle, Stuart Sutcliffe, in ‘Backbeat’, and disillusioned Hollywood actor Johnny Marco in Sofia Coppola’s ‘Somewhere’, which won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.

Michelle Rodriguez

Michelle Rodriguez, born on July 12, is known for her tough-girl roles. She decided to pursue acting after seeing an ad for an open casting call. She won the lead role in the independent film ‘Girlfight’ out of 350 other applicants. Her performance earned her critical acclaim and several awards.

She is best known for her role as Letty Ortiz in the blockbuster ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise. She also played the ex-cop Ana Lucia Cortez in the television series ‘Lost’ and starred in James Cameron’s science-fiction epic ‘Avatar’.

Anjelica Huston

Anjelica Huston, born on July 8, is an actress and director from a legendary Hollywood family. She is the daughter of director John Huston and the granddaughter of actor Walter Huston. She began her career as a model before turning to acting.

She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Maerose Prizzi in her father’s film ‘Prizzi’s Honor’, making her the third generation of her family to win an Oscar. She is also known for playing Morticia Addams in ‘The Addams Family’ films and for her roles in ‘The Grifters’ and ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’.

Wesley Snipes

Wesley Snipes, born on July 31, is an actor, film producer, and martial artist. He grew up in the South Bronx and attended the High School of the Performing Arts. He made his film debut in ‘Wildcats’ and went on to star in a variety of athletic and tough-guy roles.

He is best known for playing the Marvel Comics character Blade in the film trilogy of the same name. His other famous roles include ‘New Jack City’, ‘White Men Can’t Jump’, ‘Passenger 57’, and ‘Demolition Man’.

Patrick Stewart

Sir Patrick Stewart, born on July 13, is a highly respected English actor of stage and screen. He had a long and distinguished career with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He is beloved by audiences worldwide for two iconic roles: Captain Jean-Luc Picard in ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ and Professor Charles Xavier in the ‘X-Men’ film series.

He has received numerous accolades for his work, including Golden Globe and Emmy nominations. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2010 for his services to drama. He continues to work extensively in theatre and film.

Jackie Earle Haley

Jackie Earle Haley, born on July 14, began his career as a successful child actor, best known for his role as Kelly Leak in ‘The Bad News Bears’ trilogy. After a period away from acting, he made a remarkable comeback with his performance in ‘Little Children’.

His role as a recently paroled sex offender in ‘Little Children’ earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. He has since played memorable characters like Rorschach in ‘Watchmen’ and Freddy Krueger in the remake of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’.

Lisa Kudrow

Lisa Kudrow, born on July 30, is an actress, writer, and producer. Before acting, she graduated from Vassar College with a degree in Psychobiology and worked with her physician father in research. She began her comedy career with the improv group The Groundlings.

She is globally famous for her role as the eccentric Phoebe Buffay on the smash-hit sitcom ‘Friends’, for which she won an Emmy Award. She also co-created, wrote, and starred in the acclaimed HBO comedy series ‘The Comeback’ and starred in the hit film ‘Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion’.

Adrian Grenier

Adrian Grenier, born on July 10, is an actor, producer, and director. He is best known for playing the lead role of movie star Vincent Chase in the popular HBO series ‘Entourage’, which ran for eight seasons and was followed by a feature film.

He has also appeared in films like ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ and ‘Drive Me Crazy’. As a director, his documentary ‘Teenage Paparazzo’ explores the relationship between celebrities and the public. He is also a dedicated environmentalist.

Jean Reno

Jean Reno, born on July 30 in Morocco to Spanish parents, is a French actor who has worked in French, English, and Italian films. He began his career in French cinema and gained international fame through his collaborations with director Luc Besson.

He is known for his roles in Besson’s films ‘The Big Blue’, ‘Nikita’, and most famously, ‘Léon: The Professional’, in which he played the title role of a hitman. His American film credits include ‘Mission: Impossible’, ‘Ronin’, and ‘The Da Vinci Code’.

Michael Weatherly

Michael Weatherly, born on July 8, is an actor, producer, and director. He left college to pursue acting and landed an early role on ‘The Cosby Show’. He gained prominence for his role as Logan Cale in the science fiction series ‘Dark Angel’.

He is best known to audiences for playing Special Agent Anthony DiNozzo on the hit CBS series ‘NCIS’ for 13 seasons. After leaving ‘NCIS’, he went on to star in the title role of the legal drama ‘Bull’.

Eriq La Salle

Eriq La Salle, born on July 23, is an actor, director, and producer. Educated at Juilliard and NYU, he is best known for his award-winning portrayal of Dr. Peter Benton on the groundbreaking medical drama ‘ER’.

He has also appeared in films like ‘Coming to America’ and ‘One Hour Photo’. In addition to acting, he has become a prolific television director, helming episodes of ‘Law & Order’, ‘Chicago P.D.’, and ‘The Twilight Zone’. He is also a published author of thriller novels.

Dan Aykroyd

Dan Aykroyd, born on July 1, is a Canadian actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He was an original cast member of ‘Saturday Night Live’ and one half of the iconic musical duo The Blues Brothers, alongside John Belushi.

He is famous for co-writing and starring in the blockbuster hit ‘Ghostbusters’. He received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in ‘Driving Miss Daisy’. His other well-known films include ‘Trading Places’, ‘The Great Outdoors’, and ‘My Girl’.

Paul Verhoeven

Paul Verhoeven, born on July 18, is a Dutch director known for his satirical and often controversial films. After making several popular films in the Netherlands, including ‘Turkish Delight’ and ‘Soldier of Orange’, he moved to the United States.

His Hollywood films include the science-fiction blockbusters ‘RoboCop’, ‘Total Recall’, and ‘Starship Troopers’. He also directed the erotic thriller ‘Basic Instinct’. He later returned to Europe and directed the acclaimed French film ‘Elle’, which earned an Academy Award nomination for its star, Isabelle Huppert.

Jason Clarke

Jason Clarke, born on July 17, is an Australian actor known for his intense and versatile performances. He is known for playing career politician Tommy Caffee in the crime drama series ‘Brotherhood’.

He has appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films, including ‘Zero Dark Thirty’, ‘Lawless’, ‘The Great Gatsby’, and ‘Dawn of the Planet of the Apes’. He played John Connor in ‘Terminator Genisys’ and Ted Kennedy in the historical drama ‘Chappaquiddick’.

Scott Grimes

Scott Grimes, born on July 9, is an American actor and singer. He is known for his role as Dr. Archie Morris on the long-running medical drama ‘ER’. He is also a prolific voice actor.

He is the voice of Steve Smith on the animated sitcom ‘American Dad!’ and was the original voice of Kevin Swanson on ‘Family Guy’. He currently stars as Lieutenant Gordon Malloy on the science fiction series ‘The Orville’.

Genesis Rodriguez

Genesis Rodriguez, born on July 29, is an American actress. She is the daughter of the famous Venezuelan singer and actor José Luis Rodríguez ‘El Puma’. She began her career in Spanish-language television series like ‘Prisionera’ and ‘Doña Bárbara’.

She has since appeared in a number of American films and television shows. Her film credits include ‘Man on a Ledge’, ‘What to Expect When You’re Expecting’, and Disney’s ‘Big Hero 6’, in which she voiced Honey Lemon. She also starred in the Netflix series ‘The Umbrella Academy’.

Sela Ward

Sela Ward, born on July 11, is an actress who began her career as a model in New York. She moved to Los Angeles and landed her first television role in ‘Emerald Point N.A.S.’. She is best known for her starring role as Teddy Reed in the television series ‘Sisters’, for which she won an Emmy Award.

She won a second Emmy for her role in the drama series ‘Once and Again’. Her film credits include ‘The Fugitive’, ‘The Day After Tomorrow’, and ‘Gone Girl’. She also played the President of the United States in ‘Independence Day: Resurgence’.

Bruce McGill

Bruce McGill, born on July 11, is a prolific character actor. He is perhaps best known for his role as Daniel Simpson “D-Day” Day in the classic comedy ‘National Lampoon’s Animal House’. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows.

His other film credits include ‘My Cousin Vinny’, ‘The Last Boy Scout’, and ‘Lincoln’. On television, he played Detective Vince Korsak on the TNT series ‘Rizzoli & Isles’ and Jack Dalton on ‘MacGyver’.

Matthew Fox

Matthew Fox was born on July 14. He is best known for his roles on two popular television series. From 1994 to 2000, he played Charlie Salinger on the family drama ‘Party of Five’.

From 2004 to 2010, he starred as Dr. Jack Shephard on the acclaimed ABC series ‘Lost’. For his role as the troubled surgeon and leader of the plane crash survivors, he received Golden Globe and Emmy nominations. His film credits include ‘We Are Marshall’ and ‘Vantage Point’.

Terry Crews

Terry Crews, born on July 30, is an actor, comedian, and former professional football player. After retiring from the NFL, he pursued an acting career and gained fame for his role as Julius Rock on the sitcom ‘Everybody Hates Chris’.

He is also known for playing Terry Jeffords in the police sitcom ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and for his role in ‘The Expendables’ film series. He has been the host of the reality competition show ‘America’s Got Talent’ since 2019.

Chris Cooper

Chris Cooper, born on July 9, is a highly respected actor known for his intense and nuanced performances. He began his film career in the John Sayles movie ‘Matewan’. He has worked with Sayles on three occasions.

He won the Academy Award and Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for his role as John Laroche in ‘Adaptation.’. His other notable films include ‘American Beauty’, ‘Seabiscuit’, ‘The Bourne Identity’, and ‘The Town’.

Janet Leigh

The legendary Janet Leigh was born on July 16. She was discovered by actress Norma Shearer, which led to a contract with MGM. She appeared in a number of successful films, including ‘Little Women’, ‘Houdini’, and ‘The Manchurian Candidate’.

She is forever remembered for her iconic role as Marion Crane in Alfred Hitchcock’s masterpiece ‘Psycho’. Despite being on screen for only 45 minutes, her performance, and particularly the infamous shower scene, earned her an Academy Award nomination and a Golden Globe Award.

Richard Griffiths

The late Richard Griffiths, born on July 31, was an acclaimed English actor of stage, film, and television. He was a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and won a Tony Award, a Laurence Olivier Award, and a Drama Desk Award for his performance in the play ‘The History Boys’.

He is known to millions around the world for his role as the cruel Uncle Vernon Dursley in the ‘Harry Potter’ film series. He also played the lovable ‘cooking policeman’ Henry Crabbe in the TV series ‘Pie in the Sky’.

Thomas Gibson

Thomas Gibson was born in Charleston, South Carolina, on July 3. He became interested in theater at a young age and later attended the Juilliard School. He has worked extensively in film, television, and on the stage.

He is best known for his long-running television roles. He played Greg Montgomery on the sitcom ‘Dharma & Greg’, for which he received two Golden Globe nominations. He also starred as Supervisory Special Agent Aaron Hotchner on the crime drama ‘Criminal Minds’ for twelve seasons.

Owain Yeoman

Owain Yeoman, a Welsh actor born on July 2, graduated from the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. His first audition was for the epic film ‘Troy’, in which he was cast as Lysander, the Captain of the Trojan army.

He is best known to television audiences for his leading role as CBI detective Wayne Rigsby in the hit CBS series ‘The Mentalist’, which he starred in for over six years. He has also appeared in the film ‘American Sniper’ and the HBO miniseries ‘Generation Kill’.

Jeffrey Tambor

Jeffrey Tambor, born on July 8, is an actor and comedian. He is known for his memorable television roles. He played the self-centered sidekick Hank Kingsley on the critically acclaimed ‘The Larry Sanders Show’, for which he received four Emmy nominations.

He is also known for playing twin brothers George Bluth Sr. and Oscar Bluth on the sitcom ‘Arrested Development’. He won a Golden Globe and two Emmy Awards for his groundbreaking performance as Maura Pfefferman on the Amazon series ‘Transparent’.

Ashley Tisdale

Ashley Tisdale was born on July 2. She appeared in over 100 TV advertisements as a child before being cast as Maddie Fitzpatrick in the Disney Channel series ‘The Suite Life of Zack & Cody’. She rose to prominence as the antagonist Sharpay Evans in the ‘High School Musical’ film series.

The success of the franchise led to a spin-off film, ‘Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure’. Tisdale also pursued a music career, releasing two studio albums. She is also known for her voice work as Candace Flynn in the animated series ‘Phineas and Ferb’.

Ingmar Bergman

The legendary Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman was born on July 14. The son of a priest, he began his career in the theatre. He is considered one of the most accomplished and influential directors of all time.

His films often dealt with themes of death, faith, and psychological turmoil. His masterpieces include ‘The Seventh Seal’, ‘Wild Strawberries’, ‘Persona’, and ‘Cries and Whispers’. His film ‘Fanny and Alexander’ won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

Shelley Duvall

Shelley Duvall, born on July 7, was discovered by director Robert Altman at a party. He cast her in several of his films, including ‘Brewster McCloud’, ‘Nashville’, and ‘3 Women’, for which she won the Best Actress Award at the Cannes Film Festival.

She is most famous for her role as Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick’s horror classic ‘The Shining’. She also played Olive Oyl in Altman’s live-action ‘Popeye’ film. In the 1980s, she created and hosted the acclaimed children’s television series ‘Faerie Tale Theatre’.

Barbara Stanwyck

Barbara Stanwyck, born Ruby Stevens on July 16, was a star of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Known for her versatility, she excelled in melodramas, thrillers, comedies, and westerns. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress four times for her roles in ‘Stella Dallas’, ‘Ball of Fire’, ‘Double Indemnity’, and ‘Sorry, Wrong Number’.

Later in her career, she became a television star, playing the matriarch Victoria Barkley on the hit western series ‘The Big Valley’. She received an Honorary Oscar in 1982 for her unique contribution to the art of screen acting.

Vivica A. Fox

Vivica A. Fox, born on July 30, began her career on soap operas like ‘Days of Our Lives’ and ‘The Young and the Restless’. She gained her first big break with roles in the blockbuster ‘Independence Day’ and the heist film ‘Set It Off’.

She earned critical acclaim for her portrayal of Maxine in the film ‘Soul Food’. Her other film credits include ‘Kill Bill: Vol. 1’ and ‘Two Can Play That Game’. She also starred in the Lifetime drama series ‘1-800-Missing’.

Sydney Pollack

Sydney Pollack, born on July 1, was an Academy Award-winning director, producer, and actor. He began his career as an actor and television director. He had a long and fruitful collaboration with actor Robert Redford, directing him in seven films.

His most acclaimed film, ‘Out of Africa’, starring Redford and Meryl Streep, won seven Academy Awards, including Best Director and Best Picture for Pollack. He also directed the classic comedy ‘Tootsie’, in which he also had a memorable acting role. As an actor, he also appeared in films like ‘Eyes Wide Shut’ and ‘Michael Clayton’.

50 Cent

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, born on July 6, is a rapper, actor, and producer. After being discovered by Eminem, he became one of the world’s bestselling rappers with his debut album ‘Get Rich or Die Tryin”.

He has also pursued an acting career, appearing in the semi-autobiographical film of the same name, as well as ‘Home of the Brave’ and ‘Righteous Kill’. He is the co-creator, executive producer, and a star of the popular television series ‘Power’.

Georgie Henley

Georgie Henley was born on July 9. When she was young, she joined a local drama group. She was chosen from thousands of girls to play Lucy Pevensie in ‘The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’.

She reprised her role as Lucy in the two sequels, ‘Prince Caspian’ and ‘The Voyage of the Dawn Treader’. After the series, she attended Cambridge University, where she studied English.

Kirsten Vangsness

Kirsten Vangsness, born on July 7, is best known for her role as the quirky tech analyst Penelope Garcia on the long-running CBS crime drama ‘Criminal Minds’. She has played the character for over 15 seasons and has also co-written five episodes of the series.

She is a longtime member and former president of Hollywood’s Theatre of Note’s Artistic Board. She has also co-founded a craft distillery in Orange County called Blinking Owl Distillery.

Kurtwood Smith

Kurtwood Smith, born on July 3, is a character actor known for his roles as stern authority figures. He is famous for playing the tough father Red Forman on the popular sitcom ‘That ’70s Show’.

He is also known for his villainous roles as Clarence Boddicker in ‘RoboCop’ and as Lord Kril in ‘Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country’. His other film credits include ‘Dead Poets Society’ and ‘Broken Arrow’.

Brigitte Nielsen

Brigitte Nielsen, born in Denmark on July 15, began her career as a model before moving into acting. Her first major roles were in the fantasy film ‘Red Sonja’, alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger, and in ‘Rocky IV’, where she played the wife of Ivan Drago.

She later married her ‘Rocky IV’ co-star, Sylvester Stallone, and starred with him in ‘Cobra’. She also played the villainess Karla Fry in ‘Beverly Hills Cop II’. In the 2000s, she became a reality television personality, appearing on ‘The Surreal Life’ and ‘Strange Love’.

David Hasselhoff

David Hasselhoff, born on July 17, is one of the most recognizable faces in television history. He first came to fame as Dr. Snapper Foster on the soap opera ‘The Young and the Restless’. He became an international superstar playing Michael Knight in the hit series ‘Knight Rider’.

He then starred as Mitch Buchannon in ‘Baywatch’, which became the most-watched television show in the world. He is also a successful recording artist, particularly in Germany, where his song “Looking for Freedom” was a number-one hit.

Phil Lord

Phil Lord was born on July 12. Along with his creative partner Christopher Miller, he is an acclaimed filmmaker, producer, and writer. The duo is known for their clever and funny animated and live-action films.

They wrote and directed ‘The Lego Movie’ and ’21 Jump Street’ and its sequel. They also co-produced the Academy Award-winning animated film ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’, which Lord also co-wrote.

Jaden Smith

Jaden Smith, born on July 8, is an actor, rapper, and songwriter. He is the son of actors Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith. He made his film debut alongside his father in ‘The Pursuit of Happyness’, for which he won an MTV Movie Award.

He also co-starred with his father in the sci-fi film ‘After Earth’. He played the lead role in the 2010 remake of ‘The Karate Kid’, co-starring Jackie Chan. He has also released several musical projects and started his own clothing brand.

Jorja Fox

Jorja Fox, born on July 7, is an actress best known for her major roles in three successful television dramas. She played Dr. Maggie Doyle on ‘ER’ and Secret Service agent Gina Toscano on ‘The West Wing’.

She is most famous for her role as crime scene investigator Sara Sidle on the mega-hit series ‘CSI: Crime Scene Investigation’. She played the character for 15 seasons and later reprised the role in the revival series ‘CSI: Vegas’.

Mark Webber

Mark Webber, born on July 19, has appeared in over 40 films as an actor. He has worked with notable directors like Jim Jarmusch, Lars Von Trier, and Edgar Wright. He is also a writer and director.

His first film as a director, ‘Explicit Ills’, won the Audience Award at the SXSW film festival. His other directorial efforts include ‘The End of Love’, which was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival, and ‘The Place of No Words’.

Geraldine Chaplin

Geraldine Chaplin was born on July 31 in Santa Monica, California. She is the daughter of the legendary entertainer Charlie Chaplin and Oona O’Neill. She was discovered by director David Lean, which led to her role in the classic epic ‘Doctor Zhivago’.

She has had a long and acclaimed career in both American and European cinema. She has worked extensively with directors Robert Altman and Carlos Saura. She received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in Altman’s ‘Nashville’ and played her own grandmother, Hannah Chaplin, in the biopic ‘Chaplin’.

Sid Haig

The late Sid Haig, born on July 14, was a character actor known for his menacing presence in exploitation and horror films. He became a staple in the pictures of director Jack Hill, appearing in ‘Spider Baby’, ‘Coffy’, and ‘Foxy Brown’.

After a period of retirement, he had a major career revival when director Rob Zombie cast him as the murderous clown Captain Spaulding in ‘House of 1000 Corpses’. The role made him an icon of the modern horror genre, and he reprised it in ‘The Devil’s Rejects’.

Alexis Knapp

Alexis Knapp was born on July 31. She worked as a model before breaking into acting. She had small roles in the comedies ‘Couples Retreat’ and ‘Project X’.

She is best known for her role as the confident and sexually adventurous Stacie Conrad in the ‘Pitch Perfect’ film series. She also starred in the television series ‘Ground Floor’.

Jessica Simpson

Jessica Simpson, born on July 10, is a singer, actress, and fashion designer. She burst onto the music scene in 1999 with her double-platinum debut album ‘Sweet Kisses’. She became a household name with the MTV reality show ‘Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica’.

She made her film debut as Daisy Duke in ‘The Dukes of Hazzard’ and also starred in ‘Employee of the Month’. Her Jessica Simpson Collection has become one of the most successful celebrity-branded fashion lines in history.

RZA

Robert Fitzgerald Diggs, better known as RZA, was born on July 5. He is a rapper, record producer, actor, and filmmaker. He is the de facto leader of the seminal hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan.

He has also pursued a film career, composing scores and acting in films like ‘American Gangster’ and ‘Funny People’. He directed and starred in the martial arts film ‘The Man with the Iron Fists’.

Kevin Nash

Kevin Nash, born on July 9, is a retired professional wrestler and actor. He is best known for his time in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where he was a multi-time world champion.

As an actor, he has appeared in films like ‘The Longest Yard’, ‘John Wick’, and as the super-shredder Tarzan in the ‘Magic Mike’ films.

Alexandra Paul

Alexandra Paul, born on July 29, is an actress, activist, and health coach. She is best known for her role as Lieutenant Stephanie Holden in the popular television series ‘Baywatch’, on which she starred for five seasons.

Her other film and television credits include ‘Dragnet’, ‘8 Million Ways to Die’, and a starring role in the cult classic ‘Christine’, based on the Stephen King novel.

Mick Jagger

Sir Mick Jagger, born on July 26, is the legendary frontman of the rock band The Rolling Stones. As one of the most popular and influential singers in the history of rock and roll, he has had a career spanning over six decades.

He has also had a career as an actor, appearing in films like ‘Performance’ and ‘Ned Kelly’. He has also worked as a film producer, with his company Jagged Films producing the movie ‘Enigma’ and the James Brown biopic ‘Get on Up’.

Zelda Williams

Zelda Williams, born on July 31, is an actress, director, and writer. She is the daughter of the late comedian and actor Robin Williams. She has appeared in a number of films and television shows.

She has done extensive voice work in animation, including voicing Kuvira in ‘The Legend of Korra’. She made her feature directorial debut with the horror-comedy ‘Lisa Frankenstein’.

Al Sapienza

Al Sapienza, born on July 31, is an actor who has appeared in numerous films and television shows. He is known for his roles as Mikey Palmice in the acclaimed HBO series ‘The Sopranos’ and as Marty Vanger in ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’.

He has had recurring roles on ‘Person of Interest’ and ‘House of Cards’. He is also a producer and a singer.

Gisele Bündchen

Gisele Bündchen, born on July 20, is a Brazilian supermodel who was one of the highest-paid models in the world for many years. She was a Victoria’s Secret Angel from 1999 until 2006.

She has also ventured into acting, with roles in the comedy ‘Taxi’ and the fashion-world satire ‘The Devil Wears Prada’.

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